Holding steady, #3,903 for girls today.
Popularity of Georgianna since 1880
Babies named Georgianna per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1942, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Georgianna's real moment was 1882.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 269 |
| 1890s | 274 |
| 1900s | 301 |
| 1910s | 895 |
| 1920s | 1,231 |
| 1930s | 1,134 |
| 1940s | 1,624 |
| 1950s | 1,064 |
| 1960s | 678 |
| 1970s | 448 |
| 1980s | 248 |
| 1990s | 296 |
| 2000s | 348 |
| 2010s | 312 |
| 2020s | 195 |
Meaning & origin
Georgianna is a Victorian-era elaboration of George, reflecting the ornate naming style of the 19th century. First recorded in 1880, it peaked in 1882, capturing the fashion for elaborate feminine forms. Despite falling out of common use, its rarity today offers a distinctive alternative. The trajectory has been stable, with occasional use in the 1880s but little revival. Its top states are not recorded due to low numbers, but it retains a classic English feel.
Georgianna is a feminine elaboration of George, itself derived from the Greek name Georgios, from georgos meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'. The name gained popularity in England in the 18th and 19th centuries, often used in honor of the many British kings named George. The elaborate ending echoes other Victorian feminine names like Anna or Hannah.
Where Georgianna 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.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Georgie, Anna, Gia, Gigi
Variants: Georgiana, Georgeanna
Sibling names for Georgianna
Names that share Georgianna's style, for a brother or sister.
