Cornish boy name
Jory Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Jory means farmer. The Cornish form of George, from a Greek word meaning farmer
Jory is the Cornish form of George, based on the Greek georgos, meaning farmer. It was a common name in Cornwall and appears in Cornish records over many centuries. The friendly, short sound makes it easy for any English speaker to pronounce, and it has a light, boyish feel. It is more distinctive than George while still having a very familiar root. Jory has begun to see a revival among parents who want a Cornish name with a casual, cheerful sound.
Variants of Jory
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Jory popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Jory ranked #4,614 in the US (22 babies). It is too rare to appear in Irish rankings.
United States (boys)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jory mean?
Jory means "farmer". The Cornish form of George, from a Greek word meaning farmer.
How do you pronounce Jory?
Jory is pronounced JOR-ee.
What is the origin of Jory?
Jory is of Cornish origin. The Cornish form of George, from a Greek word meaning farmer.