Geoff Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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 of "Geoff"
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
📊 Geoff Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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✨ Geoff Name Meaning & Significance
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
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Geoff"
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 "Geoff"
"Geoff" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Regional Popularity of "Geoff" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
50.34% 1121st/2227 |
57.49% 1397th/2430 |
- |
31.46% 873rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
41.57% 1221st/2937 |
42.84% 1492nd/3483 |
- |
22.35% 904th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
58.33% 3685th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Geoff" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Geoff"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Geoff" 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 "Geoff" in the United States
The name Geoff is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Geoff has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Geoff' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4651st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1458th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1297th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3452nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14393rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Geoff' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.