Georgius

Georgius Origin and Meaning

The name Georgius is a boy's name.

Georgius is the Latin form of George, a masculine name with ancient Greek origins meaning 'farmer' or 'earth-worker,' from 'ge' (earth) and 'ergon' (work). This classical variant was widely used throughout medieval Europe, particularly for scholarly or ecclesiastical purposes, and appears in historical documents and academic contexts. While the modernized forms like George, Georg, and Jorge became more common in everyday use, Georgius maintained its presence in Latin texts and Catholic Church records. The name carries an air of classical learning and historical gravitas. Though rarely used as a first name in contemporary times, Georgius offers a distinctive option for parents drawn to names with ancient roots and scholarly associations.

Famous People Named Georgius

• Georgius Agricola German scholar and scientist, the "father of mineralogy"
• Franciscus Georgius Josephus van Lith Jesuit priest
• Georgius Calixtus German Lutheran theologian
• Georgius Choeroboscus Greek educator
• Georgius Merula Italian humanist and classical scholar
• Georgius Tzul Khazar warlord