George
George is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Earth-worker or farmer.
Origin and history
George is derived from the Greek name Georgios, which comes from the elements meaning earth and work, traditionally translating to farmer or earth-worker. It has been a classic and enduring name throughout Western history, heavily influenced by Saint George. In the United States, it is a timeless classic that ranks among the top 20 most popular male names of all time based on historical SSA records.
Popularity in the United States
1,487,297 babies in the United States have been named George since 1880. It ranks #15 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #134.
States where it is most popular
- NY (10 %)
- PA (8.8 %)
- CA (6 %)
- IL (5.3 %)
- TX (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 47,651 |
| 1890-1900 | 43,358 |
| 1900-1910 | 43,589 |
| 1910-1920 | 176,609 |
| 1920-1930 | 261,945 |
| 1930-1940 | 192,289 |
| 1940-1950 | 209,013 |
| 1950-1960 | 181,031 |
| 1960-1970 | 113,023 |
| 1970-1980 | 64,757 |
| 1980-1990 | 45,712 |
| 1990-2000 | 35,246 |
| 2000-2010 | 28,006 |
| 2010-2019 | 28,407 |
| 2020-2029 | 16,661 |
Famous people named George
- George Washington: President, General
- George Clooney: Actor, Filmmaker
- George Lucas: Filmmaker, Director
Nicknames
Georgie, Geo
Fun facts
- George has been the regnal name of six British monarchs, including King George VI.
- Saint George is famously celebrated in medieval legend for slaying a dragon to protect a princess.
- It is the name of two American presidents, George Washington and George W. Bush.