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Georgina Girl

Popularity: #538 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationjor-JEE-nuh / dʒɔːrˈdʒiːnə

Greek; Latin

Meaning

Greek: farmer; Latin: earthworker

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Georgina is derived from the Greek name Georgios, which means "farmer" or "earthworker," stemming from the roots "ge" (earth) and "ergon" (work). This name was adopted into Latin as Georgius and subsequently made its way into Old French as Georges. The transition into English occurred in the Middle Ages, with Georgina emerging as a feminine diminutive form of George, particularly popularized in the 18th century. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting its agricultural connotations and connection to the earth.

Historically, the name George has significant roots in Christian tradition, being associated with Saint George, a martyr and soldier who is venerated in many Christian denominations. His legend, which includes the famous tale of slaying a dragon, became widely popular in the medieval period, particularly in England, where he was declared the patron saint. The name gained further prominence with the establishment of the House of Hanover in the early 18th century, when King George I ascended to the British throne in 1714. This royal connection helped solidify the name's status in English-speaking cultures.

Culturally, Georgina carries connotations of nobility and strength, often associated with the virtues of hard work and perseverance, reflective of its agrarian roots. The name has been embraced in literature and the arts, appearing in various works over the centuries. Its diminutive form, Gina, has also been used, though Georgina itself has maintained a distinct identity. The name's enduring appeal can be attributed to its rich historical background and the positive associations linked to its etymological origins.

Trend Summary

Georgina has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in the early 2000s.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Georgie
  • Gina

International Variants

  • Georgina (Spanish)
  • Georgine (French)
  • Georgina (Italian)

Famous people named Georgina

Georgina Chapman is a fashion designer best known for co-founding Marchesa and her work in film production.

Georgina Haig is an actress best known for Once Upon a Time, Fringe, and The Elephant Princess.

Georgina Wilson is a model and actress best known for her work in the Philippine entertainment industry and as a host on various television shows.

Fictional characters named Georgina

Georgina Sparks is a fictional character from the book series Gossip Girl. She is a manipulative socialite who often creates chaos in the lives of the main characters.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Georgina was first seen in the United States in 1880. Georgina has ranked as high as #925 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Georgina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Georgina (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 87
22%
CA 76
19%
NY 31
8%
FL 30
8%
IL 21
5%
NJ 21
5%
GA 17
4%
UT 11
3%
VA 11
3%
NC 10
3%
AZ 9
2%
OH 9
2%
SC 8
2%
TN 8
2%
MA 8
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18805
18827
18838
18847
18859
188612
18878
188811
188911
189014
189113
189219
189316
189414
189513
189614
189715
189819
189915
190010
190110
190217
190320
190424
190518
190620
190722
190814
190926
191027
191122
191240
191342
191447
191594
191682
191781
1918104
1919105
192096
192190
192286
192380
1924101
192590
192697
192787
192887
192972
193088
193179
193267
193353
193487
193563
193678
193760
193858
193984
194068
194167
194275
194376
194471
194582
1946122
1947139
1948102
194999
1950128
1951134
1952154
1953123
1954157
1955174
1956204
1957144
1958158
1959165
1960145
1961173
1962168
1963178
1964213
1965164
1966179
1967188
1968226
1969210
1970260
1971240
1972242
1973222
1974267
1975270
1976233
1977228
1978202
1979195
1980230
1981174
1982240
1983207
1984192
1985172
1986146
1987169
1988183
1989207
1990193
1991203
1992203
1993181
1994170
1995174
1996157
1997157
1998165
1999144
2000135
2001143
2002194
2003160
2004164
2005156
2006149
2007123
2008103
2009108
2010100
201198
2012113
2013115
2014135
2015129
2016133
2017148
2018185
2019147
2020169
2021173
2022316
2023366
2024446