The Yearick surname is an Americanized form of the German surname Görg, derived from the dialect form of the personal name Georg.
The name Georg is of Greek origin, meaning “farmer” or “earthworker,” and was popularized in Europe during the Middle Ages.
The diminutive suffix added to Georg in the case of Yearick may imply “little year” or a seasonal reference, suggesting an association with agricultural cycles or seasonal labor.
Historical Context
The original form of the name can be traced back to the Middle Ages, around the 14th to 15th centuries, in regions that are now part of modern-day Germany and the Netherlands.
German immigrants brought the name to North America, where it evolved into Yearick, particularly in Pennsylvania and Ohio....