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Joris

JOR-iss

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginGreek

The Story of Joris

This name has been carried by farmers and earth-workers across centuries, a sturdy echo from ancient Greece to modern Holland.

Joris is the Dutch and Frisian form of George, a name with deep roots in the Greek word 'georgos,' meaning 'farmer' or 'earth-worker.' This name has traveled through centuries, a constant reminder of connection to the land and honest labor.

You can feel the grounded nature of Joris for your son, a name that speaks of reliability and care. It is a name for a boy who will tend to the things that matter, nurturing relationships and responsibilities with a gentle, practical touch.

What It Means

A Dutch and Frisian form of George, meaning 'farmer' or 'earth-worker'. It comes from Greek.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Personality Traits

practicalcaringreliable

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Peak Year

#9 in 2009

Total Births

59

First Recorded

1927

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