Georgeana is a unique and distinctive name of Greek origin. It is derived from the Greek word "geōrgos," which means "farmer" or "earthworker." The suffix "-ana" is often used in female names to denote a feminine form, such as in Georgiana, Charlotte, and Catherina.
The name Georgeana is believed to have been first used in the United States during the 19th century. It was likely influenced by the popularity of the male name George at that time, which was derived from the same Greek root "geōrgos." The feminine form Georgeana may have been created as a way to honor the female members of families who were named after the male patriarchs.
Throughout history, there are no significant historical figures or famous individuals with the name Georgeana. However, it is possible that some notable women with this name have existed but have not yet been documented in historical records.
In modern times, Georgeana remains a rare and unusual name, reserved for parents who want to give their daughters a unique and distinctive moniker with a strong connection to its Greek origins. Despite its rarity, the name Georgeana has a certain charm and uniqueness that sets it apart from other feminine names of Greek origin.
The statistics provided show the number of babies named Georgeana born in the United States each year from 1905 to 1997. The name was given to six newborns in 1905 and five newborns in 1914, indicating that it was a relatively uncommon choice for parents during these years.
The number of babies named Georgeana remained low throughout the first half of the twentieth century, with only five or six births per year between 1919 and 1942. However, there was a slight increase in popularity during the late 1940s and early 1950s, with seven babies named Georgeana born in 1950.
After reaching its peak of seven births in 1950, the number of babies named Georgeana decreased once again. There were five births each year from 1956 to 1959, and the name was not given to any newborns at all between 1960 and 1996.
Interestingly, after more than three decades without any recorded births of girls named Georgeana in the United States, there were five babies given this name in 1997. This suggests that while the name has never been particularly popular, it has maintained a small but consistent presence throughout the twentieth century and into the twenty-first century.
In total, there have been 82 births of girls named Georgeana in the United States since 1905. While this is a relatively low number compared to many other names, it indicates that parents have chosen this name for their daughters over multiple generations.