At a glance
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1991 (#11,509)
- Babies in 1991
- 6 (<0.01% of girls)
- Peak
- #6,788 in 1987
- First recorded
- 1986
Meaning of Generra
Generra is a rare feminine given name emerging from contemporary Anglo-American onomastic practices, characterized by its tripartite syllabic structure and Latin-derived morphemes. Etymologically, the initial element gen- traces to the Latin genus, denoting “birth” or “origin,” while the terminal segment -erra subtly alludes to terra, providing a nuanced sense of groundedness. Phonetically rendered as /dʒəˈnərə/, the designation features an initial palato-alveolar affricate, an unstressed initial schwa, and primary emphasis on the medial syllable, yielding a sonority that is both measured and precise. Analysis of Social Security Administration data from 1986 through 1991 reveals annual occurrences oscillating between six and ten, corresponding to national popularity ranks from 798 to 856, which underscores its marginal yet persistent presence. As an exemplar of deliberate morphological construction, Generra offers a technically informed option for those seeking a name that combines originality with structured linguistic heritage.
How to pronounce Generra
English
- Pronounced juh-NEHR-uh /dʒəˈnərə/