Jorja
Jorja is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Farmer or earthworker.
Origin and history
Jorja is a modern phonetic spelling variation of the name Georgia, which derives from the Greek name Georgios. The name ultimately stems from elements meaning earth and work, traditionally translating to farmer or earthworker. In the United States, it gained modest popularity in the early 2000s, partly influenced by television personalities.
Popularity in the United States
2,943 babies in the United States have been named Jorja since 1880. It ranks #3264 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1836.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.7 %)
- CA (9.6 %)
- OH (6.3 %)
- MI (6.2 %)
- GA (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 147 |
| 1950-1960 | 168 |
| 1960-1970 | 56 |
| 1970-1980 | 42 |
| 1980-1990 | 35 |
| 1990-2000 | 88 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,442 |
| 2010-2019 | 700 |
| 2020-2029 | 265 |
Famous people named Jorja
- Jorja Fox: Actress, Producer
- Jorja Smith: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Jo, Jojo, Jorj
Fun facts
- Jorja is an alternative spelling of Georgia designed to reflect its exact English pronunciation.
- The name's visibility in the U.S. rose during the 2000s alongside actress Jorja Fox's role on the hit show CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.