Egor Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYEH-gor / ˈjɛɡərRussian; Greek
Meaning
Russian: 'farmer'; Greek: 'guardian'
Historical & Cultural Background
Egor is a variant of the name George, which has roots in both Greek and Russian cultures. In Russia, Egor is a popular name often associated with the Orthodox Christian tradition. The name has been borne by various saints, contributing to its cultural significance. It is commonly used in Slavic countries and has variations in different languages.
Trend Summary
Egor has seen fluctuating popularity in the US, with limited use compared to more common names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yegor
- Egoriy
International Variants
- Jorge (Spanish)
- Georgios (Greek)
- Georg (German)
- Giorgio (Italian)
Famous people named Egor
Egor Kliuka is a Russian professional volleyball player who has competed internationally.
Egor Sviridov is a Russian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Egor Konchalovsky was a notable Russian film director and screenwriter.
Fictional characters named Egor
Egor is a character in the video game series 'The Witcher', known for his role as a merchant.
Egor is a character in the animated film 'The Nut Job', where he serves as a sidekick.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Egor was first seen in the United States in 2006. Egor has ranked as high as #1360 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Florida. In the past 5 years the name Egor has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Egor (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2019 | 12 |