George
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Popularity:237
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Farmer; earthworker
George is a baby boy name of Greek origin. Derived from the Greek word georgos and the Greek name Georgios, this baby name means “farmer” or “earthworker.” Whether you intend to raise baby on a rustic farm or teach them about the family business, the name George can be the perfect fit. Thanks to its roots in the third century, the name George has grown worldwide, from the British royal family to the Clooneys. With a name like George, baby can have the seeds for a bright and prosperous future.
Famous People Named George
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- GeorgeSon of William and Catherine
- George A. RomeroDirector
- George Bernard ShawPlaywright
- George BrettBaseball Player
- George ClintonUnited States Vice President
- George ClooneyActor
- George CukorDirector
- George ForemanBoxer
- George Frideric HandelComposer
- George GallupInventor
- George GershwinComposer
- George GervinBasketball Player
- George HarrisonMusician, Singer
- George H. W. BushUnited States President
- George LopezActor
- George LucasDirector
- George M. CohanComposer
- George MichaelSinger
- George MikanBasketball Player
- George NissenInventor
- George OrwellAuthor
- George StraitCountry Singer
- George WallaceUnited States Governor
- George WashingtonUnited States President
- George Washington CarverInventor
- George W. BushUnited States President
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