ThinkabaraGeorgia: meaning and origin
Georgia
“Farmer; also the US state”
About the name Georgia
Georgia is a girl’s name from the Greek tradition. Its meaning is “farmer; also the US state”. Names from ancient Greek, often tied to virtues, myths and early Christian saints — like Sophia, Theodore, Chloe and Nicholas.
It’s a classic: a name that has been used for generations and still feels fresh.
Tips before you choose
- Say the full name out loud with your last name, and with any middle name.
- Check the initials — and what they spell.
- Think about nicknames kids might make from it.
- Write it down: is the spelling easy for teachers and friends?
More Greek names
- Alex 🧒Defender; a short form of Alexander and Alexandra · Greek
- Alexandra 👧Defender of the people · Greek
- Athena 👧The Greek goddess of wisdom · Greek
- Calliope 👧Beautiful voice; the muse of poetry · Greek
- Chloe 👧Green shoot, young plant · Greek
- Cora 👧Maiden · Greek
- Daphne 👧Laurel tree · Greek
- Elena 👧Bright, shining light; a form of Helen · Greek
- Helen 👧Bright, shining light · Greek
- Irene 👧Peace · Greek
- Iris 👧Rainbow; also the flower · Greek
- Lydia 👧Woman from Lydia, an ancient kingdom · Greek
Sibling name ideas (Greek, boys)
- Alexander 👦Defender of the people · Greek
- Andrew 👦Manly, strong · Greek
- Atlas 👦The Titan who held up the sky · Greek
- Christopher 👦Bearer of Christ · Greek
- Cyrus 👦Sun; far-sighted (via Persian) · Greek
- Damian 👦To tame, subdue · Greek
- Elias 👦My God is the Lord; the Greek form of Elijah · Greek
- George 👦Farmer · Greek
More girl names starting with G
- Gabriela 👧God is my strength · Hebrew
- Gabriella 👧God is my strength · Hebrew
- Genevieve 👧Woman of the people; the patron saint of Paris · French
- Gia 👧God is gracious; a short form of Gianna · Italian
- Gianna 👧God is gracious; a form of Giovanna · Italian
- Giulia 👧Youthful · Italian
- Grace 👧Grace, kindness, charm · Latin
- Greta 👧Pearl; a short form of Margaret · German
- Gwen 👧White, fair, blessed · Welsh
Questions and answers
What does the name Georgia mean?
Georgia is a name of Greek origin. It means: farmer; also the US state.
Is Georgia a boy or girl name?
Georgia is usually given to girls.
How many syllables does Georgia have?
Georgia has 7 letters and about 2 syllables.