Geogory
Meaning "watchman, watchful", derived from the Greek elements "geo" (earth) and "goros" (watchman).
Name Census estimates that about 8 living Americans carry the first name Geogory. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Geogory today is around 67 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Geogory births was 1958 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Geogory. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Geogory is about 67 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Geogorys were born before 1969.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Geogory. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
8
~ 1 in 42,844,292 Americans
Peak year
1958
5 babies that year
Average age
67
years old
1965 SSA rank
#4,112
Tracked since 1958
Popularity
Geogory: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Geogory from the 1950s through to the 1960s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 5 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Geogory by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Geogory during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Geogory
The given name Geogory is derived from the Ancient Greek name Georgios, which means "earth-worker" or "farmer." The name originates from the Greek words "ge," meaning earth, and "ergon," meaning work. The name's popularity can be traced back to the early Christian era, when it was borne by several saints and martyrs.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Geogory can be found in the hagiographies of Saint George, a 3rd-century Christian martyr who is venerated in various Christian traditions. According to legend, Saint George slew a dragon and rescued a princess, becoming a symbol of courage and chivalry. His feast day is celebrated on April 23rd, and he is the patron saint of several countries and cities.
Another notable figure bearing the name Geogory was Gregory of Nazianzus, a 4th-century Archbishop of Constantinople and one of the Cappadocian Fathers, highly influential theologians in the early Christian Church. He is also known as Gregory the Theologian and is celebrated as a saint in various Christian denominations.
In the 6th century, Pope Gregory I, known as Gregory the Great, was a significant figure in the history of the Catholic Church. He is credited with sending missionaries to England, contributing to the spread of Christianity in the British Isles. His accomplishments also include reforming the liturgy and establishing the Gregorian chants, which became a foundational part of sacred music.
During the Middle Ages, the name Geogory gained popularity throughout Europe, particularly in England and France. One famous bearer of the name was Gregory VII, also known as Hildebrand, who served as Pope from 1073 to 1085. He is remembered for his efforts to reform the Church and assert papal authority, leading to a conflict with the Holy Roman Emperor known as the Investiture Controversy.
In more recent history, Geogory Peck (1916-2003) was an acclaimed American actor who won an Academy Award for his performance in the 1962 film "To Kill a Mockingbird." He was also known for his humanitarian efforts and served as a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations.
While the spelling "Geogory" is relatively uncommon, the name has endured through various forms and spellings, reflecting its rich history and cultural significance across different regions and time periods.
People
Geogory + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Geogory as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with G
Other first names starting with G with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Geogory: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Geogory?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 8 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Geogory going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 42,844,292 US residents.
Is Geogory a common name?
We classify Geogory as "Very Rare". It ranks above 24.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Geogory most popular?
The single biggest year for Geogory was 1958, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Geogory is about 67 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Geogory in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Geogory a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Geogory in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Geogory still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Geogory in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Geogory can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Geogory as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.