Boy · 1297th of 10,718
Geoff
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,549
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1962
Peak Popularity Year
65
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Geoff stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Geoff is an English name with origins in Old French and German, meaning 'God's peace'. It has evolved through various historical forms, including Geoffroi and Geoffrey. The name carries a sense of friendliness and approachability. It has no biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in England post-Norman Conquest and remains a classic choice today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒɛf/
Origin
Old French, Old German
Etymology
The name Geoff is derived from the Old French name 'Geoffroi', which itself comes from the Germanic elements 'god' meaning 'god' and 'frid' meaning 'peace'.
Meaning
God's peace
Language Evolution
Geoffroi (Old French), Godefrid (Old German), Geoffrey (Middle English), Geoff (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in England during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century and was commonly used among the nobility and commoners alike.
Variants & Derivatives
Geoffrey, Jeff, Jeffrey, Goff
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Geoff is perceived as a traditional name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Famous People
Geoff Hurst, English footballer, Geoffrey Chaucer, English poet, Geoffrey Rush, Australian actor
Trend Analysis
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Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 65 peak births in 1962
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 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
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4651st of 6773 | 33 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1458th of 7552 | 543 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1297th of 10718 | 681 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3452nd of 16616 | 251 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14393rd of 24088 | 35 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |