George
Meaning of George
George is a classic male name of Greek origin, meaning 'farmer' or 'earth worker'. Pronounced as JORJ in English, this name carries with it notable historical and royal connotations. It was the name of numerous kings in England and Greece, not to mention famous figures such as George Washington, the first U.S. president, and George Orwell, the celebrated British author. Variations of George include Georg and Georgie. Over the past century, George has remained a popular choice for parents in the United States. It ranked within the top 200 names consistently from 1880 through today, reaching peak popularity in 1882 when it was the fourth most chosen baby boy name. Despite slight fluctuations over time, George remains a timeless choice among parents seeking a strong traditional name for their son.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JORJ (/dʒɔrdʒ/)
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Notable People Named George
| Eric Arthur Blair, known by his pen name George Orwell, was an influential English writer known for his clear writing style, social critique, and advocacy for democratic socialism. |
| George Washington was the first president of the United States and a key figure in the American Revolutionary War, known as the "Father of the Nation." |
| Sir George Henry Martin, known as the "Fifth Beatle," was an influential English record producer, arranger, composer, and musician who played a pivotal role in shaping the sound and success of the Beatles. |
| George Harrison was an English musician, singer, and songwriter known for his role as the lead guitarist of the Beatles, as well as for embracing Indian culture and spirituality, and contributing several notable compositions to the band's repertoire. |
| General George Smith Patton Jr. was a prominent leader in the United States Army during World War II, commanding the Seventh and Third United States Armies in the Mediterranean and European theaters. |
| George Catlett Marshall Jr. was a highly influential American army officer and statesman, known for his leadership during World War II and his role in the Marshall Plan for European recovery after the war. |
| George Michael was an influential English singer, songwriter, and record producer, known for his exceptional vocal performance and songwriting skills, and is one of the best-selling musicians of all time. |
| George R. R. Martin - George Raymond Richard Martin, also known as GRRM, is a renowned American novelist, screenwriter, and television producer, best known for his epic fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire, which inspired the hit TV show Game of Thrones. |
| George Best was a highly skilled Northern Irish professional footballer known for his pace, skill, and ability to get past defenders, and is considered one of the greatest players of all time. |
| George Timothy Clooney is an accomplished American actor and filmmaker, known for his multiple awards and honors in the entertainment industry. |
| George Walton Lucas Jr. is an American filmmaker and philanthropist, best known for creating the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises and founding Lucasfilm, LucasArts, Industrial Light & Magic, and THX. |
| George Washington Carver was a prominent American agricultural scientist and inventor known for promoting alternative crops and soil conservation methods. |
| George V was the King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, as well as Emperor of India, from 1910 until his passing in 1936. |
| George Whitefield, also known as George Whitfield, was an influential Anglican cleric and evangelist who played a key role in the founding of Methodism and the evangelical movement. |
| George Harvey Strait Sr. is a pioneering American country music singer, songwriter, and actor, known as the "King of Country Music" for his neotraditional style and record-breaking number of chart-topping songs. |
