George Appel

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

George Appel — farmer
1.4 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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George Appel is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name George is a masculine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Georgios (Γεώργιος), meaning "farmer" (ge=earth, ergon=work). Saint George is the patron saint of England. The surname Appel: Alfred Appel (1934–2009), American scholarly expert on Vladimir Nabokov and author Allen Appel (born 1945), American novelist Andrew Appel (born 1960), American computer scientist and author Anne Milano Appel, American translator Benjamin Appel (1907–1977), American novelist Bluma Appel (1919–2007), Canadian philanthropist Bram Appel (1921–1997), Dutch footballer Brent R. George is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.4 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name George reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: George

Meaning: farmer

Greek

From the Greek Georgios (Γεώργιος), meaning "farmer" (ge=earth, ergon=work). Saint George is the patron saint of England.

Surname: Appel

English

Alfred Appel (1934–2009), American scholarly expert on Vladimir Nabokov and author Allen Appel (born 1945), American novelist Andrew Appel (born 1960), American computer scientist and author Anne Milano Appel, American translator Benjamin Appel (1907–1977), American novelist Bluma Appel (1919–2007), Canadian philanthropist Bram Appel (1921–1997), Dutch footballer Brent R.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name George is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 9%
Greece 8%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name George by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name George has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Georg
  • Giorgio
  • Jorge
  • Jürgen
  • Georges
  • Yuri

Notable People Named George Appel

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for George Appel:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name George?
The first name George originates from Greek. From the Greek Georgios (Γεώργιος), meaning "farmer" (ge=earth, ergon=work). Saint George is the patron saint of England.
When was George most popular?
The name George reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Appel?
The surname Appel originates from English. Alfred Appel (1934–2009), American scholarly expert on Vladimir Nabokov and author Allen Appel (born 1945), American novelist Andrew Appel (born 1960), American computer scientist and author Anne Milano Appel, American translator Benjamin Appel (1907–1977), American novelist Bluma Appel (1919–2007), Canadian philanthropist Bram Appel (1921–1997), Dutch footballer Brent R.
What are the origins of the name George Appel?
The name George Appel combines two different traditions: the first name George has Greek roots, while the surname Appel originates from English.
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