What Are People From Geneva Called?

Name: Geneva
Address: Western Europe, Switzerland

Western Europe, Switzerland

Switzerland

People from Geneva are called:

People from Geneva are called Genevan.

Demonym:

Genevan

Pronunciation:

/dʒɪˈniːvən/

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About Geneva

Second most populous city in Switzerland, located in the French-speaking part of the country.
Global center for diplomacy and home to numerous international organizations including UN European headquarters.
Major financial center and hub for international business and banking.
Located at the southern tip of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) where the Rhône River exits the lake.
Known for luxury watchmaking, international diplomacy, and as a center for humanitarian organizations.

Quick Facts

Population:: 203,856 (2024 est.)
Country:: Switzerland
Region:: Western Europe

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Etymology & Origin

From Celtic 'Genava', possibly meaning 'estuary' or 'mouth of a river', referring to where the Rhône River exits Lake Geneva.

Nearby Places

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Paris

409 km northwest

People are called:

Parisian

Rome

687 km southeast

People are called:

Roman

Quick Facts

Population:: 203,856 (2024 est.)
Country:: Switzerland
Region:: Western Europe

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