GEORGES
Georges
Georges is a surname of British origin, derived from the given name George, which itself comes from the Greek name Georgios, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'. The surname is believed to have been introduced to Britain during the medieval period, possibly by Crusaders returning from the Holy Land where Saint George was a venerated figure.
Distribution and Variants
The surname Georges is relatively rare in Britain, with most instances being found in areas with historical connections to the Crusades and the Holy Land. Variants of the name may include George, Georg, or Georgeson.
Notable Individuals
- Sir William Georges (1786–1871) – British industrialist and philanthropist known for his contributions to the development of railways in Wales.
- Diana Georges (b. 1968) – British author and historian specialising in medieval studies and the Crusades.
- Dr. Charles Georgeson (1864–1932) – British botanist and agricultural scientist known for his work in developing plant varieties suited to different climates.
Popularity
The surname Georges remains relatively uncommon in Britain, with only a few hundred individuals bearing the name according to recent records. However, its historical connections to the Crusades and the figure of Saint George make it a fascinating and distinctive surname within British genealogy.
There are approximately 241 people named Georges in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Georges.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: France
Language of origin: French
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Fares
- Frederick
- Gilbert
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Neil
- Nicholas
- Ronald
- Scott
- Stefan
Female
- Caroline
- Elodie
- Jean
- Julie
- Linda
- Lydia
- Margaret
- Stephanie
- Theresa
- Zoe