Holding steady.
Popularity of Geza since 1912
Babies named Geza per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 103 |
| 1920s | 82 |
| 1930s | 7 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 34 |
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Geza is a Hungarian name with noble roots, having been borne by two medieval rulers of Hungary. In the United States, its usage has been extremely rare: the Social Security Administration first recorded instances in 1912, with its peak year being 1915, after which it has remained in very low, stable use. The name has never ranked in the top 1,000, reflecting its niche appeal. Despite its obscurity in English-speaking countries, Geza retains strong cultural ties to Hungarian heritage and has been consistently given to a small number of boys each year.
Geza is a Hungarian given name of uncertain etymology. It may be a shortened form of Gergely, the Hungarian equivalent of Gregory, or derived from the Hungarian word 'gez' referring to a bird. The name has been borne by Hungarian royalty, including two 10th-century rulers, which contributed to its early use. In modern times, it has remained in steady but low use in Hungary and among Hungarian diaspora communities.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Géza
Sibling names for Geza
Names that share Geza's style, for a brother or sister.
