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George
Farmer
Origin
Greek
Used in
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Origin and meaning of George
George comes from the Greek Geórgios, from geōrgós 'farmer' (gê 'earth' and érgon 'work') — 'one who works the land'. It owes its fortune to Saint George, the dragon-slaying knight and patron of England. It is among the most classic names of the English-speaking world, borne by many British kings. In Italian it becomes Giorgio, in Spanish Jorge, in German Georg. It evokes industriousness, courage and solid tradition.
Variants around the world
How George sounds in other languages.
GiorgioJorgeGeorgesGeorg
Famous people
- George Washington— statesman
- George Frideric Handel— composer
- San Giorgio— saint
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name George mean?
The name George means Farmer.
What is the origin of the name George?
Origin of George: Greek.
What are the international variants of the name George?
International variants of George: Giorgio, Jorge, Georges, and Georg.