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Georg
Georg (name) means a Scandinavian and German form of the male name George. Example: “Georg is a common name in Germany and Scandinavia.”
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A Scandinavian and German form of the male name George.
"“Ah!” Georg said, noncommittal. “A problem I think you may have had,” the man said. “I got drunk and didn't wake up.” “Yes,” Georg said. “I've been known to do that. Last night, in fact. And the night before.”"
— Eric Flint, Ring of Fire III (2011)
"Georg is a common name in Germany and Scandinavia."
How to use Georg
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe German and Scandinavian version of the name George.
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Word forms
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- Georgs
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Etymology
From Danish, German, Norwegian, and Swedish Georg, ultimately from Latin Georgius.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Georg” mean?
The word “Georg” means a Scandinavian and German form of the male name George. In plain terms, the German and Scandinavian version of the name George.
How do you use “Georg” in a sentence?
Here is “Georg” used in a sentence: “Georg is a common name in Germany and Scandinavia.”
What part of speech is “Georg”?
“Georg” is a name.
Where does the word “Georg” come from?
The word “Georg” comes from Latin. From Danish, German, Norwegian, and Swedish Georg, ultimately from Latin Georgius.
Is “Georg” a common word?
“Georg” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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