Georgia
Georgia: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈd͡ʒɔː.d͡ʒə/ · /ˈd͡ʒɔɹ.d͡ʒə/
Meaning and origin of Georgia
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Latinate feminine form of George, from Ancient Greek Γεώργιος (Geṓrgios, “farmer”).
How popular is Georgia?
Since 1880, 166,290 girls and 729 boys in the U.S. have been named Georgia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #81 in 1882. Its highest rank for boys was #817 in 1897. In 2025 it ranked #99 for girls, with 2,619 babies given the name.
Names similar to Georgia
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Sibling name ideas for Georgia
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Georgia FAQ
What does the name Georgia mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. Latinate feminine form of George, from Ancient Greek Γεώργιος (Geṓrgios, “farmer”).
What is the origin of the name Georgia?
Georgia is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Georgia?
Since 1880, 166,290 girls and 729 boys in the U.S. have been named Georgia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #81 in 1882. Its highest rank for boys was #817 in 1897. In 2025 it ranked #99 for girls, with 2,619 babies given the name.
Is Georgia a boy or girl name?
Georgia is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 166,290 girls and 729 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.