"farmer, earth worker"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Georgia
Pronunciation: [ j-AWRJ-uh ]
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"one who works the land"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
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The Story of Georgia
Georgia is the feminine form of George, derived from the Greek 'Georgios,' from 'ge' (earth) and 'ergon' (work), meaning 'farmer' or 'earth worker.' Saint George, the dragon-slaying patron saint of England, gives the name its chivalric heritage. The US state of Georgia was named after King George II of Britain in 1732.
Georgia has experienced a significant revival in English-speaking countries since the 2000s. In the UK and Australia, it has been a top-20 name for girls. In the US, it gained momentum through the Ray Charles song 'Georgia on My Mind' and the cultural mystique of the American South.
Ray Charles's 1960 recording of 'Georgia on My Mind' is one of the most celebrated songs in American music history. Georgia O'Keeffe, one of America's greatest painters, gave the name artistic prestige. In the UK, Georgia's association with the Georgian architectural era adds historical elegance.
Historical Record
Georgia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 66,214 babies have been named Georgia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Georgia is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #110 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- 'Georgia on My Mind' by Ray Charles is the official state song of Georgia and one of the greatest American recordings ever made
- Georgia O'Keeffe is considered one of the most significant American painters of the 20th century
- The country of Georgia has a history stretching back 3,000 years and is home to one of the world's oldest wine-making traditions
Georgia in Other Languages
Greek
Γεωργία
French
Georgie
Italian
Georgia
Russian
Джорджия
Spanish
Georgia
Popularity Over Time
#110
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Georgia
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Georgia Fowler
Business
1992
New Zealand model and Victoria's Secret Angel who has walked in major fashion shows and appeared in international magazi...
New Zealand model and Victoria's Secret Angel who has walked in major fashion shows and appeared in international magazine editorials
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Georgia May Jagger
Business
1992
British model and daughter of Mick Jagger and Jerry Hall
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Georgia O'Keeffe
Artist
1887
American modernist artist known for her large-scale paintings of flowers, New York skyscrapers, and New Mexico landscape...
American modernist artist known for her large-scale paintings of flowers, New York skyscrapers, and New Mexico landscapes
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #110
- Total SSA Count
- 2,458
- Cultural Origins
- English American Australian British
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
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Common Nicknames
Georgie
Gigi
Gia
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Middle Names
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Frequently Asked Questions About Georgia
What does the name Georgia mean?
"farmer, earth worker" (from Greek). "one who works the land" (from Greek). Georgia is the feminine form of George, derived from the Greek 'Georgios,' from 'ge' (earth) and 'ergon' (work), meaning 'farmer' or 'earth worker.' Saint George, the dragon-slaying patron saint of England, gives the name its chivalric heritage. The US state of Georgia was named after King George II of Britain in 1732.
What is the origin of the name Georgia?
Georgia has Greek, English, American, Australian, and British origins. In Greek, it means "farmer, earth worker". In Greek, it means "one who works the land".
Is Georgia a boy or girl name?
Georgia is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #110. As a boy name, it is ranked #9641. Georgia is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Georgia?
Georgia is pronounced j-AWRJ-uh.
How popular is the name Georgia?
Georgia is currently ranked #110 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Georgia?
Common nicknames for Georgia include Georgie, Gigi, and Gia.
What are good middle names for Georgia?
Popular middle name pairings include Georgia Rose, Georgia Mae, Georgia Louise, Georgia Anne, Georgia Pearl, Georgia Jane, and Georgia Kate.
What are good sibling names for Georgia?
Names that pair well with Georgia as siblings include Savannah, August, Florence, Violet, James, Theodore, and Charlotte.
How many syllables does Georgia have?
Georgia has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Georgia a common or rare name?
Georgia is a popular name, ranked #110 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
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About the Name Georgia
Georgia is a girl name with English, American, Australian, and British origins . The name means "farmer, earth worker" in Greek .
Is Georgia a boy or girl name? Georgia is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #110 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #9,641. Georgia is more commonly used as a girl name.
Georgia is currently ranked #110 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Georgia has 3 syllables and is pronounced j-AWRJ-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Georgia include Georgie, Gigi, and Gia. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Georgia include Georgina, Georgie, Georgiana, Georgette, Georgianna . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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