Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Georgia.
National Rank (2025)
#99
All-Time Peak Rank
#81 (1882)
Total U.S. Births
166,290
Unisex Distribution0.4% Boy / 99.6% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Georgia Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Georgia
According to SSA data, Georgia achieved its highest historical rank of #81 in 1882. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 2,619 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 81.6%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Georgia scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+81.6% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record2,619Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
33yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:3,540
1890s:5,445
1900s:7,142
1910s:16,673
1920s:23,230
1930s:19,014
1940s:22,393
1950s:15,059
1960s:7,899
1970s:3,929
1980s:2,881
1990s:4,388
2000s:9,538
2010s:12,789
2020s:12,370
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesGe-orgia
Letter Count7 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 54.1% of SSA names. Starts with G, a letter used by only 2.3% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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