George
George is a classic name of Greek origin, derived from 'georgos' meaning 'farmer' or 'earth-worker.' It has been borne by kings, saints, and leaders throughout history, most notably Saint George, the patron saint of England.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 2,867. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 2,318
- 2012: 2,334
- 2013: 2,559
- 2014: 3,007
- 2015: 3,053
- 2016: 3,313
- 2017: 3,169
- 2018: 3,083
- 2019: 3,197
- 2020: 2,775
- 2021: 2,799
- 2022: 2,640
- 2023: 2,697
- 2024: 2,902
- 2025: 2,848
- 2026 (projected): 2,867
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across multiple languages
- •Strong royal heritage with six British kings bearing this name
- •Works well in both formal and casual settings
- •Internationally recognized with variations in many cultures
Similar Names
Famous People
George Washington
First U.S. President
George Clooney
Actor and filmmaker
Prince George of Wales
British royal family member
George Harrison
Musician, The Beatles
Statistics
1,487,297
Total births since 1880
1921
Peak year
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