The nameJorge
Jorge is the Spanish and Portuguese form of George. In France it was mostly given in the 1970s.
- Boy's name
- Greek
- Feast day
Meaning
Jorge comes from the Greek georgos, "farmer, one who works the land".
Origin
Greek, through Spanish and Portuguese.
History
In France, Jorge peaked in the early 1970s, at the time of Portuguese immigration.
Famous people named Jorge
- Jorge Luis Borges, Argentine writer
Popularity of the name Jorge
Jorge in France
2545thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1973peak year (235 births)
2,615babies named Jorge in France since 1900
Jorge was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 1,675 births over the decade, 64% of all recorded babies named Jorge. Its rise began around 1964, and it peaked in 1973. Half of all babies named Jorge in France were born before 1974, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jorge mean?
Jorge comes from the Greek georgos, "farmer, one who works the land".
What is the origin of the name Jorge?
Greek, through Spanish and Portuguese.
Is Jorge a girl's or a boy's name?
Jorge is a boy's name.
Who are famous people named Jorge?
Jorge Luis Borges, Argentine writer.