Georg

Georg Origin and Meaning

The name Georg is a boy's name.

Georg is a masculine name representing the Germanic and Scandinavian form of George, ultimately derived from the Greek name Georgios (Γεώργιος), meaning "farmer" or "earth-worker" from the elements "ge" (earth) and "ergon" (work). This variant has been particularly popular in German-speaking countries, the Nordic nations, and parts of Eastern Europe for centuries. Notable bearers include composer Georg Friedrich Händel, mathematician Georg Cantor, and physicist Georg Ohm. Unlike the English George, Georg is typically pronounced with a hard 'g' sound at the end (gay-org). While relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, the name maintains steady popularity in Germany, Austria, and Scandinavian countries, where it is appreciated for its classic, dignified character and cultural heritage.

Popularity of the name Georg

• 196 Germany 2016

Famous People Named Georg

• Georg Friedrich Händel German composer
• Georg Philipp Telemann German composer
• Georg Simon Ohm physicist, known for Ohm's Law
• Georg Listing German bassist of band Tokio Hotel
• Georg von Trapp Austrian singer of "Sound of Music" fame
• Georg Christoph Lichtenberg German scientist
• Georg von Békésy Hungarian biophysicist, winner of the Nobel Prize
• Georg Wittig German chemist, winner of the Nobel Prize
• (Johannes) Georg Bednorz German physicist, winner of the Nobel Prize

The name Georg in Pop Culture

• Georg von Trapp character in musical "The Sound of Music"
• Georg Zirschnitz character in musical 'Spring Awakening'
• Georg Nowack romantic male lead in musical "She Loves Me"