Prénom Geneviève avec la prononciation anglaise ?

Hi everyone,

I’m American and currently living in France. I’m wondering how the name “Genevieve” is perceived here when pronounced the English way (jen-uh-veev).

I know that in French it’s pronounced more like zhahn-vee-ev or zheh-neh-vee-ev, but would most people recognize it if I used the English pronunciation? Or would it seem completely unfamiliar?

I’m asking because we’re getting a puppy soon, and since I already made the genius decision to name our older dog “Louis” (pronounced lui🫣), I want to make sure we don’t accidentally confuse everyone again!

Thank you for your input.