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Jorgia

Girl name · 37 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jorgia: 37 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 9 births in 2018.

Jorgia is a modern, phonetic variant of Georgia, itself the feminine form of George, which comes from the Greek *georgos* meaning "farmer" or "earthworker." The “J” spelling is occasionally seen in Scotland, likely influenced by the Italian *Giorgia* or simply as a contemporary twist on the classic name. While no widely famous historical bearers come to mind, the name shares its root with the US state of Georgia and the country of Georgia, both named for King George II. As a less common alternative to the more familiar Georgia, Jorgia offers the same warm, earthy heritage with a distinctive edge, appealing to parents seeking something familiar yet slightly unusual.

Girl 7 of 52 years

Peak year
20189 babies
Latest (2021)
#6524 babies
Total births
37since 2013
5-year trend
▲ 71%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2018 · 9
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).