✦ NAME PROFILE ✦

George

/ JORJ /

masculine

Meaning

Farmer

Origin

Greek

Derived from the Greek name 'Georgios', which comes from 'georgos' (farmer/earth-worker). It was famously borne by Saint George, the dragon-slaying patron saint of England. It was the name of six British kings, cementing its place in the royal pantheon.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named George.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers

INFP

9.92%

ENFP

9.6%

ENTJ

8.85%

ISTJ

8.64%

INTP

8.56%

ISFP

8.23%

ISTP

8.16%

ESTP

8.05%

ESFJ

5.79%

INFJ

5.13%

ENFJ

4.53%

INTJ

4.26%

ISFJ

3.41%

ESTJ

3.2%

ESFP

2.01%

ENTP

1.66%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

George is a sturdy, traditional name that has seen a major resurgence since Prince George of Wales was born in 2013. It feels reliable and historic, yet the nickname 'Georgie' gives it a softer, more playful quality for young children.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

George Washington

First President of the United States (1732–1799)

George Orwell

English novelist and journalist (1903–1950)

George Clooney

Academy Award-winning American actor (b. 1961)

Sibling Names

Goes well with

Boys

Henry Arthur William Charles Edward

Girls

Charlotte Elizabeth Alice Florence Beatrice