George Bigelow

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

George Bigelow — farmer
1.4 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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George Bigelow 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 Bigelow: Abijah Bigelow (1775–1860), United States Representative from Massachusetts Albert Bigelow (1906–1993), former United States Navy officer turned peace activist and Quaker Bob Bigelow (1953–2020), retired National Basketball Association player Charles A. Bigelow (1862–1912), American actor Charles Bigelow (type designer) (born 1945), American type historian, professor, and designer Clarence Otis Bigelow (1851-1937), American pharmacist and banker, founder of C. O. 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: Bigelow

English

Abijah Bigelow (1775–1860), United States Representative from Massachusetts Albert Bigelow (1906–1993), former United States Navy officer turned peace activist and Quaker Bob Bigelow (1953–2020), retired National Basketball Association player Charles A. Bigelow (1862–1912), American actor Charles Bigelow (type designer) (born 1945), American type historian, professor, and designer Clarence Otis Bigelow (1851-1937), American pharmacist and banker, founder of C. O.

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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 Bigelow

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 Bigelow:

4
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Bigelow?
The surname Bigelow originates from English. Abijah Bigelow (1775–1860), United States Representative from Massachusetts Albert Bigelow (1906–1993), former United States Navy officer turned peace activist and Quaker Bob Bigelow (1953–2020), retired National Basketball Association player Charles A. Bigelow (1862–1912), American actor Charles Bigelow (type designer) (born 1945), American type historian, professor, and designer Clarence Otis Bigelow (1851-1937), American pharmacist and banker, founder of C. O.
What are the origins of the name George Bigelow?
The name George Bigelow combines two different traditions: the first name George has Greek roots, while the surname Bigelow originates from English.
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