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Jorje

HOR-heh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Jorge, the Spanish and Portuguese form of George, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'.

Peak popularity
1979
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Jorje since 1943

Babies named Jorje per year in U.S. Social Security records.

2040601960198020002020Most births 1979Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1940s29
1950s62
1960s111
1970s300
1980s290
1990s216
2000s141
2010s13
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Jorje is a rare variant spelling of Jorge, the Spanish and Portuguese form of George. In the United States, it has never entered the top 1000 names. The first recorded use in Social Security data was in 1943, and its peak year came in 1979, when 7 babies received the name. Since then, usage has remained sporadic, with an average of fewer than 5 births per year in recent decades. The name did not appear in any top state data, suggesting it is geographically diffuse. Jorje represents a creative spelling choice for parents looking to honor Hispanic heritage while adding a distinctive touch.

Jorje is a spelling variant of Jorge, the Spanish and Portuguese form of George, which derives from the Greek name Georgios, from georgos meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'. The name George was borne by several saints and became widespread in Christian cultures. In the Spanish-speaking world, Jorge has been common for centuries, though Jorje is an uncommon spelling.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Jorge, George

Sibling names for Jorje

Names that share Jorje's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jorje mean?
Jorje is a variant spelling of Jorge, the Spanish and Portuguese form of George, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'.
How popular is the name Jorje?
Jorje has never ranked in the U.S. Social Security Administration's top 1000 names. Its peak usage was in 1979, when 7 babies were named Jorje.
Is Jorje a boy's name or a girl's name?
Jorje is almost exclusively used for boys.