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George vs Brian

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
Brian Rank #301

George is more popular, ranked #123 vs #301 for Brian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is George or Brian more popular?

George is more popular, ranked #123 compared to Brian at #301 in the United States.

What do George and Brian mean?

George means "farmer, earthworker" (Greek origin). Brian means "noble, high" (Celtic origin).

Are George and Brian boy or girl names?

George is primarily a boy name. Brian is primarily a boy name.

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