Genesis in Chinese
Genesis in Chinese is 杰妮西斯 (Jié Nī Xī Sī).
- Origin
- Greek
- Meaning
- origin, beginning
The name traces back to Greek sources, where it is usually explained as "origin, beginning". It first shows up in US Social Security records in 1964 and peaked in 2016.
3 ways to write Genesis
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
杰妮西斯
Jié Nī Xī Sī
The standard transliteration of Genesis: 杰 (jié, "outstanding, heroic"), 妮 (nī, "girl, lass (affectionate)"), 西 (xī, "west"), 斯 (sī, "this (phonetic 's')"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Mandarin has no consonant clusters, so the 3-syllable English name is spread over 4 characters: 杰 jié + 妮 nī + 西 xī + 斯 sī. The tone contour is 2-1-1-1 (rising, high level, high level, high level).
Character breakdown
34 strokes total (simplified)- 杰
jié
Tone 2 · 8 strokes (simplified)
outstanding, heroic
- 妮
nī
Tone 1 · 8 strokes (simplified)
girl, lass (affectionate)
- 西
xī
Tone 1 · 6 strokes (simplified)
west
- 斯
sī
Tone 1 · 12 strokes (simplified)
this (phonetic 's')
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
悦心
Yuè Xīn
Inspired by "origin, beginning": 悦 (yuè, "pleased, delighted") + 心 (xīn, "heart, mind"), expressing youth and new life.
Why these characters?
The idea of "origin" behind Genesis is rendered by 悦, "pleased, delighted"; 心, "heart, mind", completes it.
Character breakdown
14 strokes total (simplified)- 悦
yuè
Tone 4 · 10 strokes (simplified)
pleased, delighted
- 心
xīn
Tone 1 · 4 strokes (simplified)
heart, mind
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
洁春
Jié Chūn
洁 (jié, "clean, pure") + 春 (chūn, "spring"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
Instead of the purely phonetic 杰, this uses 洁 (jié, "clean, pure") for the "ge" sound, then 春 ("spring") for meaning.
Character breakdown
18 strokes total (simplified)- 洁
jié
Tone 2 · 9 strokes (simplified)
clean, pure
- 春
chūn
Tone 1 · 9 strokes (simplified)
spring
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Recent US usage of Genesis
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Genesis ranked 59 among names recorded for girls, with 21,524 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 63,832 girls named Genesis since 1964, with the high point in 2016 (4,336 births) and the busiest decade being the 2010s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #588 to #56 among girls.
- Peak year
- 2016
- Peak decade
- 2010s
- First year
- 1964
- Total since 1880
- 63,832
More About Genesis in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Genesis offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Genesis, you'll find options that work for you.
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When choosing Chinese characters for Genesis, consider whether you want:
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- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
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Frequently asked questions
What is Genesis in Chinese characters?
杰妮西斯 (Jié Nī Xī Sī), or 傑妮西斯 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How popular is the name Genesis?
US Social Security records show 63,832 girls named Genesis since 1964, with the high point in 2016 (4,336 births) and the busiest decade being the 2010s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #588 to #56 among girls.
How many strokes does 杰妮西斯 have?
34 strokes in simplified form and 38 in traditional; per character: 杰 8, 妮 8, 西 6, 斯 12.