A 1880s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Georgiana since 1880
Babies named Georgiana per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Georgiana's real moment was 1880.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 284 |
| 1890s | 362 |
| 1900s | 408 |
| 1910s | 1,116 |
| 1920s | 1,377 |
| 1930s | 1,000 |
| 1940s | 1,212 |
| 1950s | 806 |
| 1960s | 468 |
| 1970s | 448 |
| 1980s | 233 |
| 1990s | 301 |
| 2000s | 368 |
| 2010s | 885 |
| 2020s | 724 |
Meaning & origin
Georgiana is a feminine name with a long history, dating to at least 1880, when it first appeared in U.S. records. Its peak rank was 1417th in that same year, reflecting early interest. After decades of limited use, the name has been rising since 1989, fitting the revival of 1880s-era names. Georgiana is most common in states like Alabama, Virginia, and Massachusetts, showing both southern and New England appeal. With its strong roots in the Greek-derived George, it carries a classic, aristocratic feel while remaining accessible through nicknames like Georgie and Gigi.
Georgiana is the feminine form of George, which derives from the Greek 'georgos' meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker.' The name was popularized in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in England, often used among the aristocracy. It saw a revival in the late 20th century after a period of decline.
Where Georgiana is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Georgiana” around the world
Where Georgiana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Georgie, Giana, Ana, Gigi
Sibling names for Georgiana
Names that share Georgiana's style, for a brother or sister.
