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Georgia

/ JOR-jah /

feminine

Meaning

Farmer

Origin

Greek

Georgia is the feminine form of George, which comes from the Greek 'georgos' (earth-worker/farmer). It has been a staple in English-speaking countries since the 18th century, largely due to the popularity of the four King Georges of the House of Hanover. It is also the name of both a nation in the Caucasus and a US state, giving it a strong geographical and historical weight.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Georgia.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ENFJ
13.1%
ESFJ
11.5%
ISFJ
9.8%
ENFP
8.7%
INFJ
7.9%
ESTJ
7.4%
ISFP
6.5%
ISTJ
6.1%
INFP
5.8%
ESFP
5.2%
ENTJ
4.6%
ESTP
3.9%
ENTP
3.4%
ISTP
2.8%
INTJ
2.5%
INTP
1.8%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Georgia manages to be both 'Southern Belle' and 'British Countryside' simultaneously. It feels earthy yet elegant. In the US, it is heavily associated with the song 'Georgia on My Mind' by Ray Charles, which lends the name a soulful, melodic quality. It is a favorite among parents seeking a name that is traditional but more adventurous than Mary or Anne.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

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Georgia O'Keeffe

American modernist artist known for her flower paintings (1887–1986)

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Georgia Hall

Professional golfer and Major winner from England (b. 1996)

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Georgia Groome

English actress known for Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging (b. 1992)