Georgette is a female given name of French origin. It is a feminine diminutive of George, which itself comes from the Greek name Georgios, meaning "farmer" or "earthworker". The name Georgette was popular in France during the late 19th and early 20th centuries but has since become less common.
The name Georgette is associated with several notable figures throughout history. One of the most famous bearers of this name is French fashion designer Coco Chanel, whose real name was Gabrielle Bonheur "Coco" Chanel. Although she was not born with the name Georgette, it is said that she went by this name for a time during her youth.
Georgette also has ties to literature and art. French poet Jean Cocteau wrote a play called "Georgette ou l'Heureuse Mort" (Georgette or the Happy Death) in 1920, which was later adapted into an opera by Jacques Ibert. Additionally, there is a painting titled "Portrait of Georgette" by French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, although it is not known who exactly Georgette was.
Despite its once-popular status and associations with notable figures, the name Georgette has become less common in recent years. However, it remains a unique and historic choice for parents looking for a distinctively French name for their daughter.
"Georgette's popularity peaked mid-century with 250 births in 1946 and a total of over 13 thousand from 1888 to 2023."