Georgia was founded by James Oglethorpe and named for his King, George of England.
It was named Georgia after King George II.
Georgia was named for King George II of England.
The state of Georgia was named after King George, who ruled England when Georgia was colonized.
Louisiana is named after king Louis and queen Anna.
It is named after the Savannah River.
Georgia is the feminine version of George and there are several saints named George.
Georgia O'Keffe. The painter. :)
Georgia the state is named after King George II of England, and the nation of Georgia is named for the ancient Saint George.
I can find no reference to any saint named Georgia. There are a number of saints named George, however.
Georgia was named for King George II of England.
Yes, it is where the University of Georgia is located.
It was named in honor of King George II.