Jorgen

Jorgen is a masculine given name used primarily in Nordic countries. It is the anglicized form of the Danish and Norwegian Jørgen and, in Swedish, Jörgen. The spelling without diacritics, Jorgen, appears in English-language and international contexts. The name is related to the German Jürgen and to the English given name George.

Etymology and meaning: Jorgen derives from the Greek Georgios, via Latin Georgius. The name Georgios is commonly interpreted as meaning “earth worker” or “farmer.” The form entered Western European naming traditions through Christian influence, notably associated with Saint George, which helped its popularity across cultures and languages.

Usage and distribution: The name remains common in Denmark and Norway, with the Swedish form traditionally written as Jörgen. In broader contexts, Jorgen is seen as an Anglicized variant of these Nordic forms and is sometimes used in other countries where Nordic names are adopted or adapted.

Notable people: Notable bearers include Danish economist Jørgen Randers, Danish filmmaker and poet Jørgen Leth, and Swedish table tennis player Jörgen Persson. These individuals illustrate the name’s continued presence across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden in modern times.

See also: Jørgensen, a Danish surname meaning “son of Jorgen.” The name also has related forms in other languages, such as Jürgen in German and Jorge in Spanish, reflecting a common origin in Georgios.