"farmer; earth worker; tiller of the soil"
Origin: Greek
Language: Spanish/Portuguese
Jorge
Pronunciation: [ h-AWRH-ay ]
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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.
Historical Record
Jorge first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 136,384 babies have been named Jorge in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jorge is past its peak , currently ranked #285 for boy names in the US .
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
Popularity Over Time
#285
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1993
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jorge
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Jorge Ramos
Entertainer
1958
Mexican-American journalist and anchor, leading voice in US Spanish-language media
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Pope Francis (Jorge Mario Bergoglio)
Religious
1936
First Latin American Pope, elected in 2013, known for his humility and social justice focus
J
Jorge Luis Borges
Writer
1899
Argentine author, one of the most influential writers of the 20th century
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- 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
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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.
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