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Geoffrey
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
54,509
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1975
Peak Popularity Year
1,395
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Geoffrey 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
Geoffrey originates from Old French, meaning 'peaceful territory', with roots in Germanic language. It evolved through various historical forms and gained popularity after the Norman Conquest in England. The name is associated with notable figures, reflecting a sense of elegance and tradition.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛfri/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
Geoffrey is derived from the Old French name 'Geoffroi', which itself comes from the Germanic elements 'gawia' meaning 'territory' and 'frid' meaning 'peace'.
Meaning
peaceful territory
Language Evolution
Geoffroi (Old French), Geoffrey (Middle English), Geoffrey (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Geoffrey gained popularity in England during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, becoming a common name among the nobility and later the general populace.
Variants & Derivatives
Geoff, Jeff, Jeffrey, Geoffry
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Geoffrey is seen as a classic name with a vintage charm, often associated with sophistication and tradition.
Famous People
Geoffrey Chaucer, the English poet, Geoffrey Rush, the Australian actor, Geoffrey Beene, the American fashion designer
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,395 peak births in 1975
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in District of Columbia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 21 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 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1726th of 7545 | 312 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 573rd of 6773 | 1,978 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 280th of 7552 | 13,189 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 213th of 10718 | 18,078 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 247th of 16616 | 16,657 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 873rd of 24088 | 3,355 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2156th of 23106 | 790 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8647th of 19264 | 64 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12111th of 27321 | 66 |