"I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman."
Christian Name · Greek Origin
George Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
George
boy
George means "farmer" or "earth worker," from the Greek georgos. The name itself is not in the King James Bible, but the same Greek word stands behind John 15:1: "I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman."
Is George in the Bible?
No — the name George does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Farmer; Earth worker", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called George.
Pronunciation:/JORJ/
OriginGreek
MeaningFarmer; Earth worker
What does George mean?
George is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "Farmer; Earth worker". George derives from the Greek 'georgos,' meaning 'farmer.' Jesus used farming as His primary teaching metaphor — seeds, soil, harvests, vineyards, and fig trees. Saint George, the dragon-slayer, became a symbol of good triumphing over evil.
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What does George mean in the Bible?
George means "Farmer; Earth worker" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
George derives from the Greek 'georgos,' meaning 'farmer.' Jesus used farming as His primary teaching metaphor — seeds, soil, harvests, vineyards, and fig trees. Saint George, the dragon-slayer, became a symbol of good triumphing over evil. The name honors both humble labor and heroic faith.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of George?
George is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Farmer; Earth worker" — not because Scripture names anyone George.
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What are the variants and nicknames of George?
George has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
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Which books of the Bible mention George?
George is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of George?
George honors the God who tends His vineyard — and calls His children to work alongside Him in the harvest.
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George name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name George does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Farmer; Earth worker", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called George.
George means "Farmer; Earth worker." It is a Greek name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Farmer; Earth worker" — runs right through the Bible.
Greek. George comes into English from Greek and carries the sense "Farmer; Earth worker." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name George
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name George?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for George?
You can read every verse where George appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.