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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: YEH-gor /ˈjɛɡər/
Origin: Russian; Greek
Meaning: Russian: 'farmer'; Greek: 'guardian'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Egor is derived from the Old Norse name "Eiríkr," which is composed of the elements "ei" meaning "ever" or "always" and "ríkr" meaning "ruler" or "king." This name made its way into the Slavic languages through the influence of the Vikings, who settled in parts of Eastern Europe during the early Middle Ages. The transformation from Eiríkr to Egor reflects the phonetic and linguistic adaptations that occurred as the name was integrated into Slavic cultures, particularly in Russia and surrounding regions.
Historically, the name Egor is often associated with Saint George, a prominent figure in Christian hagiography. The name George, derived from the Greek "Georgios," meaning "farmer" or "earthworker," was translated into Slavic languages as "Yegor" or "Egor." Saint George became a significant patron saint in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Orthodoxy, where his feast day is celebrated on April 23.
The veneration of Saint George contributed to the name's adoption and enduring presence in Slavic Christian communities from the medieval period onward. Culturally, Egor has been linked to themes of bravery and leadership, resonating with the qualities attributed to rulers and saints.
The name has been used in various literary and artistic works throughout history, often symbolizing valor and nobility. In Russian folklore, Egor is sometimes depicted as a heroic figure, further cementing the name's association with strength and honor.
The diminutive form "Yegor" is also commonly used, reflecting the affectionate and familiar usage of the name in familial and social contexts.
Famous people named Egor
In this section, you will find notable people named Egor. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Egor who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Egor who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Egor Kliuka is a volleyball player best known for playing with the Russian national team and winning the 2019 European Championship.
Egor Sviridov is a professional wrestler best known for competing in various international wrestling events.
Fictional characters named Egor
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Egor is a fictional character from the video game series Dark Souls. He is a prominent blacksmith who assists players by upgrading weapons and armor.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Egor. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
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)
The name Egor is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Egor was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Egor (2019)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Egor.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |