Georgia
Georgia is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Farmer or earth-worker.
Origin and history
Georgia is a name of Greek origin derived from Georgios, meaning 'farmer' or 'earth-worker'. While far more common as a feminine name in the United States, it has a rare history of masculine use. Its masculine usage in the U.S. was primarily recorded in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Popularity in the United States
729 babies in the United States have been named Georgia since 1880. It ranks #3947 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- DC (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 10 |
| 1890-1900 | 31 |
| 1900-1910 | 32 |
| 1910-1920 | 111 |
| 1920-1930 | 173 |
| 1930-1940 | 145 |
| 1940-1950 | 121 |
| 1950-1960 | 60 |
| 1960-1970 | 21 |
| 1970-1980 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 19 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Geo, Georgie
Fun facts
- Although predominantly feminine today, over 700 American males were registered with the first name Georgia in SSA historical records.
- Derived from the Greek word 'georgos', combining 'ge' (earth) and 'ergon' (work).