Boy · 6th of 7,545
George
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,494,369
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1921
Peak Popularity Year
27,682
Peak Births
Generational story
Where George 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
The name George originates from Greek, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'. It evolved through various languages, including Latin and French, before becoming established in English. The name is tied to historical figures and saints, giving it a noble image. It has no biblical relevance and gained widespread popularity in England due to Saint George. Today, George is seen as a classic name with a strong cultural presence.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒɔrdʒ/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name George is derived from the Greek name 'Georgios', which comes from 'georgos', meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'.
Meaning
farmer, earthworker
Language Evolution
Georgios (Greek), Georgius (Latin), Jorge (Spanish), Georges (French), George (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world after the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, particularly due to the influence of Saint George, the patron saint of England.
Variants & Derivatives
Georgie, Giorgio (Italian), Jorge (Spanish), Georges (French)
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, George is viewed as a classic and timeless name, often associated with nobility and strength. It remains popular in many cultures.
Famous People
George Washington, George Orwell, George Clooney, George Lucas, George Harrison
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 27,682 peak births in 1921
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Rhode Island
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 19 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 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6th of 7545 | 429,329 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 10th of 6773 | 359,985 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 25th of 7552 | 333,867 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 46th of 10718 | 118,964 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 79th of 16616 | 66,399 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 142nd of 24088 | 44,292 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 132nd of 23106 | 35,164 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 540th of 9107 | 3,021 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 562nd of 9204 | 2,832 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1029th of 12526 | 1,888 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1685th of 19264 | 909 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3558th of 27321 | 443 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12069th of 35406 | 117 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18115th of 30306 | 34 |