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Georgios
Farmer, earth-worker
Origin
Greek
Used in
el
Origin and meaning of Georgios
Georgios is the Greek form of George, from the Greek geōrgós, joining gê 'earth' and érgon 'work' — 'farmer, one who works the land.' Given in honour of Saint George, it is among the most common and beloved men's names in Greece and Cyprus, often shortened to Giórgos. Deeply rooted in the Orthodox tradition, it evokes solidity and a bond with the soil, and boasts illustrious bearers in Greek science and history.
Variants around the world
How Georgios sounds in other languages.
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Famous people
- Georgios Papanikolaou— scientist
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