George is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #3174 in 1997 with 4 recorded births. This places George in the bottom 36% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 6 births ranking #2802. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 73,296 girls born was named George. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
George is a major classic meaning "farmer" or "earth-worker". Its steady, familiar sound and centuries of use have made it one of the most dependable boys' names in English.
The name spread widely through Christian Europe, especially through Saint George, and later became a strong royal and family name in Britain. It stays current because it feels traditional without sounding stiff.