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Origin & history of Genie1
English roots
The name Genie is derived from the Arabic name Jinni, meaning supernatural creature. It originates from Middle Eastern folklore, where genies are known as magical beings with the power to grant wishes. Genies are often depicted as living in bottles or lamps, and are associated with granting three wishes to those who possess their vessels. In popular culture, genies are portrayed as friendly and helpful characters. The name Genie has gained popularity as a reference to these mystical creatures and has also been used as a given name for girls.
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Root name
The root form of Genie is
Genie — meaning God is gracious.
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Modern usage
Genie remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Genie?
1982
peak year
Today, Genie is rarely chosen — ranked well outside the top 1,000 (around #14890), with only about 6 babies given the name per year. But it wasn't always this way. At its peak in 1982, 69 babies were given the name (ranked #1661 nationally). Its strongest stretch was the 1940s. Genie has been declining in recent years. In all, around 2,904 babies have been registered as Genie since 1880.
Year-by-year registrations
1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
69
Babies named in peak year
(ranked #1,661)
(ranked #1,661)
6
Avg. per year
(last decade)
(last decade)
60
Total registrations
last 10 years
last 10 years
2,904
All-time total
(since 1880)
(since 1880)
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Numerology of Genie4
Life path number
The Builder
Discipline, reliability and masterful building.
🏗️Builder
📋Organised
💪Hardworking
🎯Detail-oriented
G7
E5
N5
I9
E5
Sum: 31 → Life path 4
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Personality of Genie🏛️
Steady & reliable
When they make a promise, they keep it.
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Methodical
Thorough, careful, precise.
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Quietly powerful
Their strength is always there when it matters.
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Grounded
No matter what swirls around them, they stay centred.
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