Boy
Jorge
farmer, earthworker
About Jorge
Warm and robust, this name carries the weight of Hispanic heritage with pride and authenticity. The distinctive initial sound—that soft H pronunciation—immediately signals cultural identity and linguistic richness. It's a name that honors family traditions and connects children to their roots in meaningful ways. The two syllables roll together smoothly, creating a name that's both dignified and approachable. Parents choosing this name often value maintaining cultural connections across generations, ensuring that language and heritage remain alive through something as fundamental as a name. Boys named Jorge grow up with a strong sense of identity, their name serving as a daily reminder of where they come from and the values they carry. The name translates the English George but maintains its own distinct character and pronunciation, refusing to simply assimilate while still functioning perfectly in bilingual environments. It's classic without being old-fashioned, common in Latino communities without being overused, striking that ideal balance that makes naming decisions feel right. The name suits someone confident in their cultural identity, comfortable navigating multiple worlds while remaining true to themselves.
Popularity of the Name Jorge
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | #1000 | |||
| 1927 | #887 | |||
| 1928 | #880 | |||
| 1930 | #933 | |||
| 1931 | #835 | |||
| 1935 | #947 | |||
| 1936 | #1000 | |||
| 1937 | #950 | |||
| 1938 | #857 | |||
| 1939 | #875 | |||
| 1940 | #751 | |||
| 1941 | #829 | |||
| 1942 | #871 | |||
| 1943 | #723 | |||
| 1944 | #627 | |||
| 1945 | #528 | |||
| 1946 | #585 | |||
| 1947 | #547 | |||
| 1948 | #540 | |||
| 1949 | #489 | |||
| 1950 | #491 | |||
| 1951 | #453 | |||
| 1952 | #436 | |||
| 1953 | #426 | |||
| 1954 | #383 | |||
| 1955 | #376 | |||
| 1956 | #390 | |||
| 1957 | #375 | |||
| 1958 | #378 | |||
| 1959 | #364 | |||
| 1960 | #331 | |||
| 1961 | #339 | |||
| 1962 | #311 | |||
| 1963 | #296 | |||
| 1964 | #313 | |||
| 1965 | #292 | |||
| 1966 | #265 | |||
| 1967 | #245 | |||
| 1968 | #237 | |||
| 1969 | #232 | |||
| 1970 | #221 | |||
| 1971 | #207 | |||
| 1972 | #194 | |||
| 1973 | #178 | |||
| 1974 | #168 | |||
| 1975 | #157 | |||
| 1976 | #152 | |||
| 1977 | #154 | |||
| 1978 | #153 | |||
| 1979 | #134 | |||
| 1980 | #139 | |||
| 1981 | #128 | |||
| 1982 | #139 | |||
| 1983 | #139 | |||
| 1984 | #144 | |||
| 1985 | #125 | |||
| 1986 | #127 | |||
| 1987 | #129 | |||
| 1988 | #122 | |||
| 1989 | #122 | |||
| 1990 | #116 | |||
| 1991 | #112 | #506 | ||
| 1992 | #109 | #551 | ||
| 1993 | #107 | #602 | ||
| 1994 | #112 | #540 | ||
| 1995 | #114 | #792 | ||
| 1996 | #113 | #549 | ||
| 1997 | #117 | #557 | #641 | |
| 1998 | #107 | #687 | #625 | |
| 1999 | #107 | #574 | #673 | |
| 2000 | #107 | #636 | #918 | |
| 2001 | #110 | #596 | #765 | |
| 2002 | #109 | #654 | #895 | |
| 2003 | #116 | #695 | #605 | |
| 2004 | #118 | #651 | #706 | |
| 2005 | #118 | #796 | #999 | |
| 2006 | #120 | #934 | #897 | |
| 2007 | #128 | #871 | #760 | |
| 2008 | #138 | #903 | #910 | |
| 2009 | #155 | #859 | #958 | |
| 2010 | #169 | |||
| 2011 | #188 | #917 | ||
| 2012 | #195 | #948 | ||
| 2013 | #208 | |||
| 2014 | #209 | #904 | ||
| 2015 | #225 | #847 | ||
| 2016 | #225 | #753 | ||
| 2017 | #238 | #668 | ||
| 2018 | #262 | #787 | ||
| 2019 | #265 | #991 | ||
| 2020 | #276 | #797 | ||
| 2021 | #278 | #805 | ||
| 2022 | #283 | |||
| 2023 | #277 | |||
| 2024 | #285 | |||
| 2025 | #323 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Jorge
Names Similar to Jorge
Nicknames for Jorge
- George
- Georgie
- J
- Jo
Famous People Named Jorge
| Jorge Luis Borges | Argentine writer |
| Jorge Mario Bergoglio | Pope Francis - Head of the Catholic Church |
| Jorge Lorenzo | Spanish motorcycle racer |
| Jorge Mendes | Portuguese football agent |
| Jorge Posada | Puerto Rican baseball player |
| Jorge Garcia | American actor |
| Jorge Campos | Mexican football player |
| Jorge Valdívia | Chilean footballer |
| Jorge Salinas | Mexican actor |
| Jorge Sampaoli | Argentine football coach |
| Jorge Burruchaga | Argentine footballer |
| Jorge Masvidal | American mixed martial artist |
| Jorge Cham | Mexican-American cartoonist |
| Jorge Jesus | Portuguese football coach |
| Jorge Ramos | Mexican-American journalist |
| Jorge Molina | Spanish footballer |
| Jorge Semprún | Spanish writer and politician |
| Jorge Blanco | Mexican actor and singer |
| Jorge Luis Pinto | Colombian football coach |
| Jorge Negrete | Mexican singer and actor |
Characters Named Jorge
| Jorge of Burgos | Character from "The Name of the Rose" by Umberto Eco |
| Jorge Garcia | Hurley - Character from the TV show "Lost" |
| Jorge, the White Rhino | Character from the animated film "Rio" |
| Jorge "George" Falcone | Character from "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas |
| Jorge Joestar | Character from the novel "Jorge Joestar" by Otsuichi |
| Jorge Villalobos | Character from the TV show "Jane the Virgin" |
| Jorge Sanchez | Character from the TV show "Narcos" |
| Jorge Cortés | Character from the video game "Assassin's Creed IV - Black Flag" |
| Jorge Ramirez | Character from the video game "Gears of War" |
| Jorge Chavez | Character from the animated film "Planes" |
| Jorge Delgado | Character from the TV show "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Jorge Castillo | Character from the TV show "How to Get Away with Murder" |
| Jorge Díaz | Character from the TV show "Elite" |
| Jorge Cousineau | Character from the TV show "Doom Patrol" |