Gorge Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Gorge' has its origins in Old French and is derived from the Latin and Greek terms meaning 'throat' or 'gullet'. It has evolved through various languages, maintaining its association with strength and nobility. While there is no direct biblical relevance, the name gained popularity due to its connection with Saint George. Variants include George and Jorge, and it is currently viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Gorge 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, Gorge has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Gorge' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2318th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1967th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1683rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1293rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1742nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4257th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16607th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Gorge' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gorge"
Pronunciation
/ɡɔrdʒ/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name 'Gorge' is derived from the Old French word 'gorge', which means 'throat' or 'gullet'. It is often associated with the word 'george', which has roots in Greek.
Meaning
throat, gullet
Language Evolution
Old French: gorge, Latin: gurges, Greek: gorgos
Historical Usage
The name became popular in the Middle Ages due to its association with Saint George, a prominent figure in Christian tradition.
Variants & Derivatives
George, Giorgio, Jorge
Modern Popularity & Image
The name is perceived as classic and strong, often associated with nobility and bravery due to its historical connections.
Famous People
George Washington, George Clooney, George Lucas
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gorge"
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 "Gorge"
"Gorge" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2318th of 7545 | 199 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1967th of 6773 | 255 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1683rd of 7552 | 413 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1293rd of 10718 | 684 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1742nd of 16616 | 684 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4257th of 24088 | 330 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16607th of 23106 | 20 |
Regional Popularity of "Gorge" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
96.75% 2289th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
67.49% 1588th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
50.74% 1233rd/2430 |
41.25% 1177th/2853 |
36.72% 1019th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
47.16% 1385th/2937 |
34.34% 1196th/3483 |
32.77% 1153rd/3518 |
16.37% 662nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
63.49% 2841st/4475 |
28.53% 1482nd/5194 |
14.37% 908th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
38.89% 2844th/7313 |
38.60% 2881st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gorge" 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 "Gorge"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gorge" 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.