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Jorji

Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jorji: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2012.

From Scottish roots, Jorji is a modern variant of George, which itself derives from the Greek *georgos*, meaning “farmer” or “earth-worker.” This playful spelling adds a contemporary twist to a classic name. While Jorji doesn’t have many widely known historical bearers, the name George is famously associated with St. George, the patron saint of England, and King George VI of the United Kingdom. Several places, like Georgetown in Scotland, share the same etymological root. Jorji also echoes the Italian *Giorgi*, making it a name that feels both fresh and familiar, with a musical, soft sound that sets it apart from its more traditional counterparts. Its rarity in Scotland adds a sense of individuality.

Girl 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20123 babies
Latest (2018)
#8093 babies
Total births
6since 2012
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2012 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).