Meaning of name George

The names of some famous persons by the name George (or its variants) are:

George Herbert Walker Bush, born on 12 June, a famous politician. George Herbert Walker Bush's background: Born in 1924. The 41st president of the USA was born in Milton, Massachusetts. After establishing an oil-drilling business he became director of the CIA. He was vice-president to Ronald Reagan, and during his own administration (1989-93) the US invaded Panama.

George Whitfield Chadwick, born on 13 November, a famous composer. George Whitfield Chadwick's background: Born in 1854. The US composer was born in Lowell, Massachusetts. He studied music at the New England Conservatory, where he later taught, and also in Germany. He is known for incorporating folk music into his symphonic works.

George Washington, born on 22 February, a famous politician. George Washington's background: Born in 1732. The first president of the USA was born in Bridges Creek, Virginia. He wasa general during the War of Independence before being elected president from 1789 to 1797. He is often known as the father of his country.