Boys name · Illinois
George in Illinois
George was the 76th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 146 babies named George that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 72,286 babies George.
Popularity over time
George in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 278 | 5th |
| 1926 | 1,563 | 8th |
| 1943 | 1,063 | 17th |
| 1959 | 748 | 32nd |
| 1976 | 285 | 54th |
| 1992 | 187 | 88th |
| 2009 | 125 | 135th |
| 2025 | 146 | 76th |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois fell from 5th in 1910 to 76th in 2025.
The most babies named George in Illinois in a single year was 1,700, in 1918. Its best showing was 5th among boys names in 1910.
Across the country, George reached its best rank of #1 in Hawaii (1913). See George in every state →
How popular is George in Illinois?
George was the 76th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 146 babies named George that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 72,286 babies George.
How many babies are named George in Illinois?
In 2025, 146 babies were named George in Illinois. The most babies named George in Illinois in a single year was 1,700, in 1918.
What is the rank of George in Illinois?
George ranked 76th among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was 5th among boys names in 1910.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.