Jorja
English (Modern) · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Jorja
Jorja is a modern English spelling variant of Georgia, derived from the Greek name Georgios, which comes from the word "georgos" meaning "farmer" or "tiller of the earth." The name has roots in Old English and Greek linguistic traditions, with the "-ia" ending indicating a feminine form.
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Etymology
Jorja is a modern English spelling variant of Georgia, derived from the Greek name Georgios, which comes from the word "georgos" meaning "farmer" or "tiller of the earth." The name has roots in Old English and Greek linguistic traditions, with the "-ia" ending indicating a feminine form.
Jorja is used primarily in English-speaking cultures and has no specific religious affiliation, though the traditional form Georgia is associated with the Christian saint George and is used across Western Christian, Orthodox Christian, and secular communities; the variant spelling Jorja gained popularity in modern times as a contemporary American name choice.
Jorja currently ranks #3,182 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2006.
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