Geo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Geo is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'earth'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek 'Geō' and has maintained its meaning through history. The name is associated with a grounded personality and has gained popularity as a modern short form. It has no biblical relevance, but is seen positively in contemporary culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Geo"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒi.oʊ/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Geo is derived from the Greek word 'geō', meaning 'earth' or 'land'. It is often associated with the element of earth in various contexts.
Meaning
earth
Language Evolution
Geō (Ancient Greek), Geo (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the modern era, particularly in the 20th century, as a short form of names like George or Geoffrey, often associated with a down-to-earth personality.
Variants & Derivatives
George, Geoffrey, Geo
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Geo is perceived as a modern, trendy name often associated with nature and environmental themes.
Famous People
Geo. W. Bush, Geo. Orwell
📊 Geo Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Geo Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 56 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Geo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Geo"
"Geo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1332nd of 7545 | 474 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4363rd of 6773 | 42 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8956th of 24088 | 105 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3484th of 23106 | 384 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7086th of 9107 | 16 |
Regional Popularity of "Geo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
62.48% 4663rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
75.30% 3000th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
62.05% 4233rd/6822 |
35.95% 2256th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Geo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Geo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Geo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Geo" in the United States
The name Geo is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Geo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Geo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1332nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4363rd out of 6773 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8956th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3484th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7086th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Geo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.