Georgian Names

Georgian names belong to the Georgian language tradition. This collection contains 20 Georgian names with their meanings, cultural backgrounds, and pronunciation guides. You'll find 4 names traditionally given to boys and 16 names for girls, reflecting naming patterns from regions where Georgian is spoken. These names carry the linguistic heritage and cultural values of Georgian-speaking communities. Common themes include light, nature, divine, showing what Georgian cultures have valued across generations.

20 total names
4 boy names
16 girl names

tik'o

This name derives from the Old Georgian “nateli (ნათელი),” meaning “lighted, light, sunlight, bright, a ray of light coming from the darkness.

Girl

guram

This name derives from the Georgian “guria (გურია),” which is a region of Georgia, in the western part of the country,” or from the Mingrelian Georgian “guri (გური),” meaning “heart.”

Boy

natia

This name derives from the Old Georgian “nateli (ნათელი),” meaning “lighted, light, sunlight, bright, a ray of light coming from the darkness.

Girl

tik'a

This name derives from the Old Georgian “nateli (ნათელი),” meaning “lighted, light, sunlight, bright, a ray of light coming from the darkness.

Girl

Tsisia

This name derives from the Georgian “ts’is (ცის)”, meaning “of the sky“, which in turn derives from “ts’a (ცა)” meaning “sky, heaven, celestial dome".

Girl

natela

This name derives from the Old Georgian “nateli (ნათელი),” meaning “lighted, light, sunlight, bright, a ray of light coming from the darkness.

Girl

guliko

This name derives from the Georgian “guli,” meaning “heart,” combined with a diminutive suffix. In turn, the name means “little heart.”

Girl

Gulisa

This name derives from the Georgian “guli,” meaning “heart,” combined with a diminutive suffix. In turn, the name means “little heart.”

Girl

Malxaz

This name derives from the Georgian “akhalg (ახალგ)”, translated as “youth, youthful.” Akhalgori (Georgian: ახალგორი) is a town in South Ossetia, partially recognized republic in the South Caucasus, formerly the South Ossetian Autonomous Oblast within the Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic. The Georgian government uses the name Akhalgori whereas Leningor is the name given to the city in the Soviet era and used by the South Ossetians.

Boy

Makvala

This name derives from the GEORGIAN “maqvali (მაყვალი)”, roughly translated as "BLACKBERRIES, BLACKBERRY". linked to the latin "Rubus fruticosus".

Girl

Tsisana

This name derives from the Georgian “ts’is (ცის)”, meaning “of the sky“, which in turn derives from “ts’a (ცა)” meaning “sky, heaven, celestial dome".

Girl

Malkhaz

This name derives from the Georgian “akhalg (ახალგ)”, translated as “youth, youthful.” Akhalgori (Georgian: ახალგორი) is a town in South Ossetia, partially recognized republic in the South Caucasus, formerly the South Ossetian Autonomous Oblast within the Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic. The Georgian government uses the name Akhalgori whereas Leningor is the name given to the city in the Soviet era and used by the South Ossetians.

Boy

tinatin

This name derives from the Old Georgian “nateli (ნათელი),” meaning “lighted, light, sunlight, bright, a ray of light coming from the darkness.

Girl

tinik'o

This name derives from the Old Georgian “nateli (ნათელი),” meaning “lighted, light, sunlight, bright, a ray of light coming from the darkness.

Girl

Tsitsia

This name derives from the Georgian “ts’is (ცის)”, meaning “of the sky“, which in turn derives from “ts’a (ცა)” meaning “sky, heaven, celestial dome".

Girl

tinatini

This name derives from the Old Georgian “nateli (ნათელი),” meaning “lighted, light, sunlight, bright, a ray of light coming from the darkness.

Girl

Mtvarisa

This name derives from the Georgian “mt’vare”, meaning “moon, enlightened by the moon, kissed by the moon”.

Girl

Malkhazi

This name derives from the Georgian “akhalg (ახალგ)”, translated as “youth, youthful.” Akhalgori (Georgian: ახალგორი) is a town in South Ossetia, partially recognized republic in the South Caucasus, formerly the South Ossetian Autonomous Oblast within the Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic. The Georgian government uses the name Akhalgori whereas Leningor is the name given to the city in the Soviet era and used by the South Ossetians.

Boy

nana

Nana (Georgian ნანა) is a Georgian name of unknown origin. Nana was a Queen consort of the Kingdom of Iberia as the second wife of Mirian III in the 4th-century. Her role in the conversion of Georgians to Christianity makes her considered a saint by the Georgian Orthodox Church.

Girl

tina

This name derives from the Old Georgian “nateli (ნათელი),” meaning “lighted, light, sunlight, bright, a ray of light coming from the darkness.

Girl

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Popular Themes in Georgian Names

History of Georgian Names

Georgian names developed within the Georgian language tradition. The naming traditions from regions where Georgian is spoken have evolved over centuries, shaped by migration, trade, religion, and cultural exchange. Today's Georgian names carry this history.

Georgian naming traditions reflect the values and beliefs of regions where Georgian is spoken. Names served multiple purposes: identifying individuals, honoring ancestors, expressing hopes for a child's future, and marking religious or cultural affiliation. These functions shaped which names became popular and how they were used.

Today, Georgian names appear far beyond regions where Georgian is spoken. Immigration, global media, and cultural exchange have made many Georgian names familiar worldwide. Parents choose these names to honor heritage, appreciate their meanings, or simply because they like how they sound. The 20 names in this collection range from ancient choices still popular today to names that have fallen out of use but retain historical interest.

Georgian Naming Traditions

Georgian naming traditions have developed their own patterns and preferences. Names may honor family members, reflect religious beliefs, describe hoped-for qualities, or commemorate significant events. These patterns explain which names stayed popular.

These traditional patterns still matter, but modern parents also mix things up. Some combine traditional and contemporary elements, pick names from other cultures, or create unique variations of classic names.

Gender Distribution

20
Total Names
4
Boy Names (20%)
16
Girl Names (80%)

This collection breaks down to 20% masculine names (4) and 80% feminine names (16).

How to Pronounce Georgian Names

Georgian names follow the phonetic rules of their language of origin. English speakers may need to adjust their pronunciation for sounds that don't exist in English. Each name page includes a pronunciation guide to help.

When in doubt about pronunciation, listening to native speakers helps more than reading transliterations. Each name page has a pronunciation guide. If you're considering a Georgian name for your child, say it out loud and think about how others in your community will pronounce it.

Georgian Names Today

The 20 Georgian names in this collection offer choices ranging from familiar options to rare discoveries. Each carries cultural meaning from regions where Georgian is spoken.

Georgian names for girls outnumber those for boys in our collection. Many cultures have developed distinct naming traditions for each gender.

Current naming trends show renewed interest in heritage names, with parents seeking meaningful connections to cultural roots. Some Georgian names have crossed over to mainstream use, while others remain specific to Georgian-speaking communities.

Frequently Asked Questions About Georgian Names

What are popular Georgian names for boys?

Popular Georgian names for boys include tik'o, guram, natia, tik'a, Tsisia. Our database contains 4 Georgian names traditionally given to boys, ranging from classic choices to unique options.

What are popular Georgian names for girls?

Our collection includes 16 Georgian names for girls. Popular choices blend traditional sounds with meaningful origins. Use the feminine tab to explore options organized by popularity.

What do Georgian names typically mean?

Georgian names carry meanings from the Georgian language tradition. Common themes in Georgian names include light, nature, divine, noble. Each name in our database includes its specific meaning and cultural context.

How do you pronounce Georgian names?

Georgian names follow the phonetic rules of their language. Each name page includes a pronunciation guide. When uncertain, listening to native speakers provides the most accurate reference.

How many Georgian names are there?

This database contains 20 Georgian names: 4 for boys and 16 for girls. This represents documented names that have been used historically or are in current use. The actual number of Georgian names ever used is certainly higher.

Are Georgian names hard to spell?

Spelling difficulty depends on the specific name and your familiarity with Georgian phonetics. Some Georgian names have been adapted to English spelling conventions, making them straightforward. Others retain original spellings that may be unfamiliar. Consider how important easy spelling is to you when choosing a name.