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George

“farmer, earthworker”

About the name George

George is derived from the Greek name ‘Georgios’, which means ‘farmer’ or ‘earthworker’. The name has been borne by many notable figures throughout history, including several kings and saints. Saint George, the patron saint of England, is famously known for the legend of slaying a dragon.

Meaning
farmer, earthworker
Origin
Greek
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
JORJ(1 syl.)

Variants and spellings

No common variant spellings are widely recorded.

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Middle names for George

  • George Alexander
  • George Michael
  • George David
  • George James
  • George Robert

Questions about George

What does George mean?
George is a Greek name meaning "farmer, earthworker".
How do you pronounce George?
George is pronounced JORJ, with emphasis on the first syllable.

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