"Farmer; earth worker"
Origin: Greek via Finnish
Language: Finnish
Jorma
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The Story of Jorma
Jorma is the Finnish form of George, itself from the Greek Georgios meaning farmer or earth worker. In Finland the name has been common since the late 19th century and carries a solidly traditional Finnish identity, despite its Greek origins.
Historical Record
Jorma first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 58 babies have been named Jorma in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jorma is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,544 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jorma Kaukonen is the legendary American rock guitarist and co-founder of Jefferson Airplane.
- In Finland, Jorma was among the top 10 baby names for boys in the 1940s-50s.
Popularity Over Time
#33,544
Current Rank
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Famous People Named Jorma
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Jorma Uotinen
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1950
Finnish choreographer and dancer, one of Finland most celebrated contemporary dance artists.
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Jorma Kaukonen
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1940
American rock and blues guitarist, co-founder of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #33,544
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Finnish Scandinavian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Nicknames
Jor
Joy
Joie
Jorkins
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jorma
What does the name Jorma mean?
"Farmer; earth worker" (from Greek via Finnish). Jorma is the Finnish form of George, itself from the Greek Georgios meaning farmer or earth worker. In Finland the name has been common since the late 19th century and carries a solidly traditional Finnish identity, despite its Greek origins.
What is the origin of the name Jorma?
Jorma has Greek via Finnish, Finnish, and Scandinavian origins. In Greek via Finnish, it means "Farmer; earth worker".
Is Jorma a boy or girl name?
Jorma is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jorma?
Jorma is currently ranked #33544 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jorma?
Common nicknames for Jorma include Jor, Joy, Joie, and Jorkins.
What are good middle names for Jorma?
Popular middle name pairings include Jorma Petteri, Jorma Mikael, and Jorma Henrik.
What are good sibling names for Jorma?
Names that pair well with Jorma as siblings include Eero, Paavo, and Tuomas.
How many syllables does Jorma have?
Jorma has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jorma a common or rare name?
Jorma is an uncommon name, ranked #33544 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Jorma
Jorma is a boy name with Finnish and Scandinavian origins . The name means "Farmer; earth worker" in Greek via Finnish .
Jorma is currently ranked #33,544 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jorma has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jorma include Jor, Joy, Joie, and Jorkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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