Georges Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Georges has its origins in the Greek name Georgios, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'. It has evolved through various languages, including Latin and French, and has maintained its popularity in French-speaking cultures. The name is associated with traits of tradition and reliability, and it does not have significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Georges"
Pronunciation
/ʒɔʁʒ/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Georges is derived from the Greek name Georgios, which means 'farmer' or 'earthworker'. It has been used in various forms across different languages and cultures.
Meaning
farmer, earthworker
Language Evolution
Georgios (Greek), Georgius (Latin), Georges (French), George (English)
Historical Usage
Georges gained popularity in the French-speaking world, particularly during the Middle Ages, and has remained a common name in France and other Francophone countries.
Variants & Derivatives
George, Georgie, Georgina, Georgette
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, Georges is seen as a classic name that conveys a sense of tradition and reliability. It is still widely used in French-speaking regions.
Famous People
Georges Bizet (composer), Georges Clemenceau (politician), Georges Carpentier (boxer)
📊 Georges Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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✨ Georges Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 20 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Georges"
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 "Georges"
"Georges" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3325th of 7545 | 99 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3425th of 6773 | 87 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3729th of 7552 | 85 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3737th of 10718 | 122 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4169th of 16616 | 190 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6701st of 24088 | 169 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6997th of 23106 | 138 |
Regional Popularity of "Georges" 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) |
- |
47.80% 1665th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
46.32% 2073rd/4475 |
- |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
- | - |
Regional Popularity of "Georges" 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 "Georges"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Georges" 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 "Georges" in the United States
The name Georges is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Georges has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Georges' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3325th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3425th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3729th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3737th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4169th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6701st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6997th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Georges' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.