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Meanings

Biblical Baby Names Meaning:

In Biblical Baby Names the meaning of the name Genesis is: Beginning.

Hebrew Baby Names Meaning:

In Hebrew Baby Names the meaning of the name Genesis is: Origin; birth. Genisis is the name of the first book in the Bible. 'Genisia' - the Virgin Mary of Turin - is a protectress invoked against drought in Catholic tradition.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Genesis is: Beginning.

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