Spelling Variants
George vs Georges: Which Spelling?
George and Georges are the same name in English and French spelling conventions.
Global Rank #4
George
Origin: English
George derives from the Greek name Georgios (Γεώργιος), composed of "geo" (earth) and "ergon" (work), meaning "farmer" or "one who works the earth." The name is used across Christian, Jewish,…
Global Rank #58
Georges
Origin: French
Georges means "farmer" or "worker of the earth," derived from the Greek name Georgios, which comes from the Greek word "georgos" (γεωργός) combining "gē" (earth) and "ergon" (work).
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, George currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.