Jorge

Pronunciation: [ h-AWRH-ay ]

Boy Name #285 Most Popular Steady 2 Syllables

The Spanish George — earthly, enduring, and papal

Spanish Portuguese Latin American Filipino

Classic Traditional Strong Earthy

Meaning & Origin

"farmer; earth worker; tiller of the soil"

Origin: Greek

Language: Spanish/Portuguese

The Story of Jorge

Jorge is the Spanish and Portuguese form of George, derived from the Greek Georgios, meaning farmer or earth worker (from ge meaning earth and ergon meaning work). The name was spread across Europe and the Americas by Christian missionaries through the veneration of Saint George, the dragon-slaying patron saint of England and many other nations.

Jorge has been among the most consistently used names in Spanish-speaking countries for centuries, driven by religious devotion to Saint George (San Jorge). In the US, Jorge has become one of the most common Spanish names among Hispanic communities, typically pronounced in Spanish.

San Jorge (Saint George) is the patron saint of multiple Spanish regions including Aragon and Catalonia. Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires in 1936, gave the name renewed worldwide prominence after his election in 2013. April 23 (San Jorge Day) is a major cultural celebration in Catalonia.

Fun Facts

Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires in 1936
April 23 (San Jorge Day/Sant Jordi) is a major cultural celebration in Catalonia where books and roses are exchanged

Jorge in Other Languages

Greek Γεώργιος (Georgios)

English George

Italian Giorgio

Spanish Jorge

Portuguese Jorge

Famous People Named Jorge

Jorge Ramos

Entertainer

1958

Mexican-American journalist and anchor, leading voice in US Spanish-language media

Pope Francis (Jorge Mario Bergoglio)

Religious

1936

First Latin American Pope, elected in 2013, known for his humility and social justice focus

Jorge Luis Borges

Writer

1899

Argentine author, one of the most influential writers of the 20th century

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #285
Total SSA Count: 1,179
Cultural Origins: Spanish Portuguese Latin American Filipino
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Jorgi Geo

Pairs Well With

Jorge Luis Jorge Antonio Jorge Miguel Jorge Alejandro Jorge Enrique Jorge Carlos Jorge Alberto

Sibling Names

Carlos Miguel Ana Maria Sofia Diego Valentina Ricardo

Also a Girl Name

Jorge is also used as a girl name, ranked #36304.

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Similar Names

Georgie Giorgio Jordi

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jorge

What does the name Jorge mean?

"farmer; earth worker; tiller of the soil" (from Greek). Jorge is the Spanish and Portuguese form of George, derived from the Greek Georgios, meaning farmer or earth worker (from ge meaning earth and ergon meaning work). The name was spread across Europe and the Americas by Christian missionaries through the veneration of Saint George, the dragon-slaying patron saint of England and many other nations.

What is the origin of the name Jorge?

Jorge has Greek, Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and Filipino origins. In Greek, it means "farmer; earth worker; tiller of the soil".

Is Jorge a boy or girl name?

Jorge is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #285. As a girl name, it is ranked #36304. Jorge is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Jorge?

Jorge is pronounced h-AWRH-ay.

How popular is the name Jorge?

Jorge is currently ranked #285 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Jorge?

Common nicknames for Jorge include Jorgi and Geo.

What are good middle names for Jorge?

Popular middle name pairings include Jorge Luis, Jorge Antonio, Jorge Miguel, Jorge Alejandro, Jorge Enrique, Jorge Carlos, and Jorge Alberto.

What are good sibling names for Jorge?

Names that pair well with Jorge as siblings include Carlos, Miguel, Ana, Maria, Sofia, Diego, Valentina, and Ricardo.

How many syllables does Jorge have?

Jorge has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Jorge a common or rare name?

Jorge is a popular name, ranked #285 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.

About the Name Jorge

Jorge is a boy name with Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and Filipino origins . The name means "farmer; earth worker; tiller of the soil" in Greek .

Is Jorge a boy or girl name? Jorge is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #285 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #36,304. Jorge is more commonly used as a boy name.

Jorge is currently ranked #285 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Jorge has 2 syllables and is pronounced h-AWRH-ay, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Jorge include Jorgi and Geo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.