The baby name Geoff is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced /dʒɛf/ ("Jeff").
The baby name Geoff is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced /dʒɛf/ ("Jeff").
Geoff is French, Germanic in Origin.
Geoff is the clipped English form of Geoffrey, established as a standalone given name in the 20th century. Geoffrey entered England with the Normans (Old French Geoffroi/Geoffroy) and likely blends several early Germanic names ending in -frid “peace.” Scholars propose first elements meaning “district/territory,” “foreigner/other,” or “god,” so the composite sense ranges from “peaceful realm” to “peace among strangers” or “divine peace.” Because of this conflation, a single, fixed meaning cannot be assigned, though “peace” is central.
The name prospered in medieval England - borne by figures such as Geoffrey of Monmouth and Geoffrey Chaucer - then waned after the Middle Ages before reviving in the 19th and mid-20th centuries. Geoff as an independent form has been especially common in Britain and the Commonwealth, while Americans have favored Jeff/Jeffrey. Variants and related forms include Geoffrey, Jeff, Jeffrey, Jeffery, French Geoffroy and Joffrey, and the cognate Godfrey (French Godefroy).
| Geoffrey Chaucer Geoffrey Chaucer is best known as the author of 'The Canterbury Tales', a cornerstone of English literature. He was also a diplomat and courtier in the Kingdom of England during the 14th century. His works, including 'Troilus and Criseyde', have had a lasting impact on the English language and literature. | Geoff Pierson Geoff Pierson is an American actor best known for his TV roles on Dexter, Grace Under Fire, and Designated Survivor. He’s also appeared in many other popular shows, including Friends, Monk, and Homeland. | Geoffrey Blake Geoffrey Blake is an American actor best known for his role as Arvid in the film Forrest Gump. Born in 1962, he has appeared in numerous other films and television shows, showcasing his versatile acting skills. |
| Geoff Downes Geoff Downes is an English keyboardist best known for playing with the Buggles, Yes, and Asia. He first became widely known with the Buggles on “Video Killed the Radio Star,” and later played on major Yes and Asia releases including “Heat of the Moment.” | Geoff Nicholls Geoff Nicholls was best known as the longtime keyboardist and guitarist for Black Sabbath. He was an English musician who played with the band until 2004 and also performed with Quartz, contributing during the era of songs like "Heaven and Hell," "Neon Knights," and "Children of the Sea." | Geoff Tate Geoff Tate is an American singer and songwriter best known as the voice of the progressive metal band Queensrÿche. He rose to fame with the band’s acclaimed albums Operation: Mindcrime and Empire, and was born Jeffrey Wayne Tate before later changing his first name to Geoffery or Geoffrey. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | Boys | 2024 | #1 | — | 820 |
| MO | 0 | #50 | 3 | 2,706 | |
| CY | 0 | #60 | 1 | 1,632 | |
| LU | 0 | #66 | 1 | 2,830 | |
| JP | 0 | #76 | 2 | 4,057 | |
| CN | 0 | #85 | 2 | 3,857 | |
| TW | 0 | #103 | 1 | 4,523 | |
| QA | 0 | #105 | 2 | 7,011 | |
| PH | 0 | #108 | 3 | 5,607 | |
| CY | Boys | 0 | #120 | 10 | 3,473 |
| OM | 0 | #121 | 1 | 6,215 | |
| BN | Boys | 0 | #139 | 1 | 6,332 |
| BW | Boys | 0 | #150 | 5 | 4,685 |
| LT | Boys | 0 | #150 | 2 | 2,166 |
| CR | 0 | #160 | 6 | 5,526 | |
| HU | Boys | 0 | #174 | 1 | 3,954 |
| MT | Boys | 0 | #177 | 3 | 4,064 |
| AE | 0 | #179 | 9 | 10,220 | |
| CZ | 0 | #186 | 1 | 3,154 | |
| LU | Boys | 0 | #217 | 4 | 4,970 |
| BG | Boys | 0 | #219 | 2 | 3,850 |
| PS | 0 | #226 | 1 | 5,692 | |
| MO | Boys | 0 | #232 | 3 | 5,842 |
| GH | 0 | #248 | 1 | 5,396 | |
| PT | 0 | #250 | 1 | 4,161 | |
| NA | Boys | 0 | #251 | 3 | 6,830 |
| TW | Boys | 0 | #252 | 5 | 7,111 |
| SG | 0 | #260 | 10 | 11,010 | |
| GR | Boys | 0 | #268 | 6 | 6,912 |
| NG | 0 | #272 | 1 | 5,926 | |
| IL | 0 | #282 | 1 | 6,291 | |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #295 | 9 | 7,909 |
| KZ | Boys | 0 | #295 | 2 | 6,578 |
| CZ | Boys | 0 | #304 | 2 | 6,530 |
| Canada | Boys | 1993 | #306 | 5 | 1,751 |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #308 | 12 | 9,639 |
| SA | 0 | #309 | 4 | 10,560 | |
| DK | Boys | 0 | #331 | 2 | 7,401 |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #339 | 2 | 6,459 |
| QA | Girls | 0 | #343 | 1 | 15,378 |
| HK | 0 | #351 | 7 | 8,483 | |
| MY | 0 | #351 | 4 | 12,352 | |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #353 | 15 | 7,951 |
| CN | Girls | 0 | #359 | 1 | 8,829 |
| GH | Boys | 0 | #361 | 1 | 8,138 |
| MU | Girls | 0 | #362 | 1 | 8,539 |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #362 | 22 | 11,440 |
| MU | Boys | 0 | #369 | 1 | 8,477 |
| JO | Boys | 0 | #388 | 2 | 7,057 |
| ZA | 0 | #389 | 59 | 14,421 | |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #428 | 2 | 13,098 |
| Spain | 0 | #440 | 13 | 2,326 | |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #459 | 69 | 12,905 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #470 | 18 | 10,188 |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #505 | 1 | 9,305 |
| CO | 0 | #510 | 1 | 7,768 | |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #526 | 1 | 12,621 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #558 | 4 | 10,655 |
| KW | Girls | 0 | #561 | 1 | 19,177 |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #565 | 1 | 10,162 |
| CM | Boys | 0 | #575 | 1 | 12,054 |
| BH | 0 | #583 | 5 | 17,937 | |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #618 | 8 | 10,983 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #632 | 1 | 18,916 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #644 | 54 | 17,960 |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #690 | 18 | 18,093 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #700 | 1 | 13,390 |
| IT | 0 | #703 | 12 | 4,183 | |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #762 | 466 | 25,619 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #804 | 3 | 18,755 |
| TN | 0 | #865 | 1 | 13,765 | |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #868 | 14 | 17,948 |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #872 | 59 | 5,610 |
| United States | Boys | 2016 | #892 | 6 | 7,365 |
| NL | Boys | 0 | #906 | 46 | 5,873 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #922 | 4 | 15,035 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #925 | 2 | 14,506 |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #934 | 18 | 16,906 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #938 | 15 | 5,697 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #979 | 3 | 15,656 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,014 | 1 | 25,931 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,033 | 1 | 16,355 |
| IN | Boys | 0 | #1,039 | 1 | 16,750 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,063 | 30 | 22,615 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,078 | 34 | 25,439 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,235 | 2 | 25,928 |
| TR | 0 | #1,251 | 4 | 19,440 | |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #1,436 | 36 | 10,046 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,594 | 21 | 28,008 |
Geoff is popular in 55 countries — most recent births per country:
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