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George vs Benjamin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

George

Boy #123 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"farmer, earthworker"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek German Russian Spanish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#123
Total SSA Count
2,890
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

George Rank #123
Benjamin Rank #11

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 vs #123 for George.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is George or Benjamin more popular?

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 compared to George at #123 in the United States.

What do George and Benjamin mean?

George means "farmer, earthworker" (Greek origin). Benjamin means "son of the south" (Hebrew origin).

Are George and Benjamin boy or girl names?

George is primarily a boy name. Benjamin is primarily a boy name.

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