Georges
Georges is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Earth-worker, farmer, or tiller of the soil.
Origin and history
Georges is the French form of George, ultimately originating from the Greek name Georgios, meaning earth-worker or farmer. While classic and widespread in French-speaking countries, it remains a rare choice in the United States, given to fewer than 1,000 boys since 1880. It offers a distinct European variation on a traditional name.
Popularity in the United States
902 babies in the United States have been named Georges since 1880. It ranks #3776 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1859.
States where it is most popular
- NY (91.1 %)
- CA (8.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 33 |
| 1920-1930 | 82 |
| 1930-1940 | 47 |
| 1940-1950 | 41 |
| 1950-1960 | 44 |
| 1960-1970 | 56 |
| 1970-1980 | 78 |
| 1980-1990 | 98 |
| 1990-2000 | 141 |
| 2000-2010 | 120 |
| 2010-2019 | 89 |
| 2020-2029 | 68 |
Famous people named Georges
- Georges Seurat: Painter, Artist
- Georges Bizet: Composer
- Georges St-Pierre: Mixed Martial Artist, Athlete
Fun facts
- Georges has been one of the most popular and enduring traditional male given names in France for centuries.
- The name is associated with famous historical figures including painter Georges Seurat and author Georges Simenon.