Georgia Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Girl Names Like Georgia

Georgia Name Origin: English
Pronunciation: jor-jah
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Georgia Name Meaning

Georgia comes from the Greek word “Georgios” which means “farmer” or “earth worker”. This gives the name a strong and earthy connotation, evoking images of hard work, determination and rootedness.

History of the Name Georgia

The name Georgia has been around for centuries, with the first recorded use of the name dating back to the 17th century. It is believed to have originated in the British colonies in America, where it was given in honor of King George II of England. The state of Georgia in the United States was also named after the King, further solidifying the name’s popularity in America.

Origins of the Name Georgia

The name Georgia is of Greek origin, coming from the name “Georgios” which means “farmer” or “earth worker”. This name was borne by several early Christian saints, and was also the name of the patron saint of England, Saint George.

Popularity of the Name Georgia

The name Georgia has been consistently popular throughout history, with it’s popularity peak in the early 20th century in the United States. It’s popularity again peak in the late 20th century and it’s still a popular choice for parents today. As of 2021, Georgia is ranked as the 216th most popular name for baby girls in the United States, making it a solid choice for parents who want a classic and timeless name for their daughter.

Final Thoughts on the Name Georgia

In conclusion, the name Georgia is a timeless classic that has a rich history and a strong meaning behind it. Whether you’re naming a baby girl or just looking for an interesting piece of trivia, the name Georgia is definitely worth learning more about.

Georgia Name Popularity

How popular is the name Georgia? Here’s everything we know.

Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
1910	—	977	0.2775%
1911	—	941	0.2527%
1912	—	1,169	0.2318%
1913	—	1,361	0.24%
1914	—	1,477	0.2119%
1915	—	1,846	0.2032%
1916	—	1,979	0.2049%
1917	—	2,152	0.2151%
1918	—	2,333	0.2174%
1919	—	2,263	0.2161%
1920	—	2,347	0.2111%
1921	—	2,297	0.2006%
1922	—	2,354	0.2113%
1923	—	2,357	0.2104%
1924	—	2,391	0.2059%
1925	—	2,392	0.2116%
1926	—	2,337	0.2125%
1927	—	2,237	0.2021%
1928	—	2,271	0.2122%
1929	—	2,119	0.2046%
1930	—	2,145	0.2053%
1931	—	1,944	0.197%
1932	—	2,051	0.2076%
1933	—	1,798	0.193%
1934	—	1,909	0.1975%
1935	—	1,850	0.1904%
1936	—	1,810	0.1879%
1937	—	1,789	0.1816%
1938	—	1,737	0.1697%
1939	—	1,813	0.1782%
1940	—	1,762	0.1658%
1941	—	2,035	0.1808%
1942	—	2,203	0.1745%
1943	—	2,360	0.1808%
1944	—	2,344	0.1891%
1945	—	2,307	0.1892%
1946	—	2,294	0.1555%
1947	—	2,464	0.1476%
1948	—	2,297	0.1439%
1949	—	2,185	0.1358%
1950	—	1,926	0.1196%
1951	—	1,909	0.1126%
1952	—	1,736	0.0995%
1953	—	1,726	0.0975%
1954	—	1,512	0.0827%
1955	—	1,465	0.0796%
1956	—	1,290	0.0683%
1957	—	1,238	0.0643%
1958	—	1,091	0.0577%
1959	—	991	0.0522%
1960	—	953	0.0503%
1961	—	1,009	0.0534%
1962	—	877	0.0478%
1963	—	882	0.0491%
1964	—	846	0.0481%
1965	—	683	0.0418%
1966	—	623	0.0399%
1967	—	648	0.0427%
1968	—	546	0.0364%
1969	—	532	0.0345%
1970	—	465	0.0292%
1971	—	437	0.0291%
1972	—	364	0.0267%
1973	—	339	0.0261%
1974	—	317	0.0244%
1975	—	305	0.0237%
1976	—	302	0.0234%
1977	—	314	0.0233%
1978	—	301	0.0224%
1979	—	325	0.023%
1980	—	292	0.02%
1981	—	256	0.0174%
1982	—	217	0.0145%
1983	—	251	0.017%
1984	—	231	0.0155%
1985	—	214	0.0141%
1986	—	200	0.0132%
1987	—	195	0.0128%
1988	—	248	0.0159%
1989	—	229	0.0142%
1990	—	248	0.015%
1991	—	275	0.0169%
1992	—	344	0.0216%
1993	—	313	0.0201%
1994	—	302	0.0197%
1995	—	310	0.0206%
1996	—	352	0.0235%
1997	—	400	0.027%
1998	—	581	0.0388%
1999	—	827	0.0552%
2000	—	899	0.0588%
2001	—	701	0.0465%
2002	—	750	0.05%
2003	—	778	0.0511%
2004	—	821	0.0539%
2005	—	980	0.0641%
2006	—	1,199	0.0766%
2007	—	1,108	0.0702%
2008	—	1,053	0.0681%
2009	—	960	0.0642%
2010	—	962	0.0668%
2011	—	1,020	0.0716%
2012	—	1,034	0.0726%
2013	—	1,247	0.0876%
2014	—	1,306	0.0896%
2015	—	1,414	0.0972%
2016	—	1,397	0.0969%
2017	—	1,290	0.0924%
2018	—	1,390	0.1012%
2019	—	1,450	0.1071%
2020	—	1,527	0.12%
2021	—	1,617	0.1323%
2022	—	1,726	0.1308%
2023	—	2,146	0.1658%

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Names Like Georgia

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What names are variants of Georgia?

Mix it up with these names that are a variation of the name Georgia.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Georgeann		Latin
Georgeanne		Latin
Georgena		Latin
Georgene		Latin
Georgetta	Farmer	Latin
Georgette	Farmer	Latin
Georgiana	A feminine form of George, which means “earthworker.”	Latin
Georgianna		Latin
Georgianne		Latin
Georgie	Farmer	Latin
Georgienne		Latin
Georgina	A variant form of Georgiana.	Latin
Georgine		Latin
Georgyana		Latin

Georgyann		Latin
Georgyanne		Latin
Giorgia		Latin
Giorgina		Latin
Giorgyna		Latin
Jorgina		Latin

What names sound like Georgia?

If you like how Georgia sounds, you might also like these names that sound like Georgia.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Gerica		English
Gerika		English
Gerrica

What names are similar to Georgia?

Find a name that’s like Georgia, but just a little bit different.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Jeorjia		American

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10 Comments

Amber May 8 at 12:13 pm

We decided to keep a family name. Georgia is my great aunts name. Her and my grandfather were twins. He passed on but my great aunt is turning 93 next week.

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Kirsten Sep 12 at 10:10 am

We wanted her nickname to be GG and we loved the name Georgia because it’s not too common of a first name.

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Carolina Jul 11 at 3:58 pm

Just a name I always thought was really pretty

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Danielle May 20 at 10:08 am

Feminine, strong, and classic but not super common!

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Joyce Feb 17 at 12:14 pm

I gave that name Georgia
Because my beloved dad bear George

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Betsy Jul 12 at 9:08 am

We got the name from Ray Charles’s Georgia on my Mind

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Percy Jun 24 at 9:46 am

Am a Dad not a mom.. and I chose the Name Georgia.. because of the song Georgia on My mind by Micheal Bubble. Everything about the song at the time My wife was Pregnant gave me a great feel of how much I also wanted to share ,play and hold my Baby

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Maggie Mar 17 at 9:36 am

We thought it was classic, but not common, and husband and I easily agreed on it!

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sanyu Dec 14 at 3:39 pm

I Love the name because Her Dad is George

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Sam Apr 24 at 12:01 pm

I have always loved this name, i also think it isn’t too popular at the moment which is why I chose it

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