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Georga

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Georga: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2022.

The name Georga is a feminine form of George, ultimately derived from the Greek *georgos*, meaning "farmer" or "earth-worker." It shares its roots with the more common Georgia, offering a slightly more streamlined spelling. One of the most famous bearers is Georga Spottiswood, a 16th-century Scottish noblewoman and the wife of John Knox, the leading figure of the Scottish Reformation. The name also connects to the country of Georgia, whose name is thought to share the same Greek root, though the link is debated. A notable variant is Georgina, which has been more widely used in Scotland, while Georga remains a rarer, distinctive choice with a strong historical echo.