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Georgios

Boy name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Georgios: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2021.

Georgios is the Greek form of George, derived from *georgos* meaning “farmer” or “earth-worker,” and it carries deep roots in both classical and Christian traditions. One of its most renowned bearers was Georgios Papanikolaou, the Greek physician who developed the Pap smear test, revolutionising cervical cancer detection. The Nobel Prize-winning poet and diplomat Georgios Seferis also brought the name literary prominence. While no major places directly take the name, the related English form George has inspired countless towns and landmarks worldwide. As a direct transliteration, Georgios remains a popular choice among Greek families in Scotland, often paired with the diminutive Yorgos, and it stands out for preserving the name’s original Hellenic character rather than adopting its anglicised