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Georges

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Pronounced ZHORZH /ˈʒɔrʒ/Medium

Meaning: The French form of George — from Greek georgos, 'a farmer; an earth-worker' (ge, 'earth', + ergon, 'work')Low

In 30 seconds: Farmer; earth-worker: Georges is the French George. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'ZHORZH').

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Origin LowGreek, French

MeaningThe French form of George — from Greek georgos, 'a farmer; an earth-worker' (ge, 'earth', + ergon, 'work')

U.S. rank (2025)#6931 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1990

Total births (all-time)≈ 902

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Georges is the French form of George — from Greek georgos, 'a farmer; an earth-worker' (ge, 'earth', + ergon, 'work'; St. George the dragon-slayer). A crisp, classic name (said 'ZHORZH').

In the U.S. it appears in French and Lebanese families. Rare, a-farmer at the root, and classic.

Did you know? George comes from Greek georgos, 'a farmer; an earth-worker' (ge, 'earth', + ergon, 'work') — Georges is the French form, crisp and classic (said 'ZHORZH').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — George — French form

Variations

GeorgeJorgeGeorgios

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Georges mean?

Georges is the French George — Greek 'a farmer; an earth-worker'.

How do you pronounce Georges?

It's said ZHORZH /ˈʒɔrʒ/ — one syllable (the g's are soft, as in 'measure').

Is Georges a boy or girl name?

Georges is a boy's name.

How popular is Georges?

Georges is a rare name in the U.S.