Genesha

Genesha is a feminine name that likely draws inspiration from the Hindu deity Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of beginnings, wisdom, and remover of obstacles. This adaptation feminizes the traditional name by adding an 'a' ending. While Ganesha is male in Hindu tradition, Genesha represents a cross-cultural adoption that transforms the name for feminine use. The name carries connotations of intelligence, auspicious beginnings, and prosperity. Though rare in Western countries, Genesha might appeal to parents seeking a spiritual name with meaningful symbolism or those with connections to Hindu culture. The name's uniqueness makes it distinctive while still being relatively easy to pronounce in many languages.

Pronounced guh-NAY-shuh.

As of October 2026, Genesha ranked #14177 in US births in 1994 SSA, peaked at #9563 in 1990.