Georgene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Georgene is a name of Greek origin meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker.' It evolved from Georgios to its modern form through various historical languages. The name is often associated with classic charm and has seen a resurgence in popularity as a vintage name. It has no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Georgene"
Pronunciation
/dʒɪˈɔrdʒin/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Georgene is derived from the Greek name Georgios, which means 'farmer' or 'earthworker.'
Meaning
farmer, earthworker
Language Evolution
Georgios (Greek), Georgius (Latin), George (Old French), Georgene (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Georgene gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century as a feminine form of George.
Variants & Derivatives
George, Georgina, Georgina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Georgene is seen as a vintage and somewhat rare name, evoking a sense of classic charm.
Famous People
Georgene Sullivan, American artist, Georgene Hargrove, American educator
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✨ Georgene Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 167 peak births in 1947
Geographic Spread
Popular across 18 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Georgene"
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 "Georgene"
"Georgene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1164th of 9107 | 745 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 739th of 9204 | 1,730 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1102nd of 12526 | 1,656 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4494th of 19264 | 203 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24683rd of 27321 | 8 |
Regional Popularity of "Georgene" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Georgene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
47.18% 668th/1416 |
63.89% 881st/1379 |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
73.47% 839th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
31.57% 488th/1546 |
38.24% 595th/1556 |
86.40% 2033rd/2353 |
43.44% 672nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
35.70% 795th/2227 |
32.67% 794th/2430 |
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36.97% 1026th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Georgene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Georgene" 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 "Georgene" in the United States
The name Georgene is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. 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, Georgene has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Georgene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1164th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 739th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1102nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4494th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24683rd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Georgene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.