Some kingly history behind Prince George's name

While "George" means farmer and earth worker — not trades typically associated with U.K. royals — it has been borne by six British kings, four of whom served in a row.

Below, a look at the British monarchs called George who preceded the 2-day-old prince now third in line to the throne.

GEORGE I: The German-born, first king of Britain from the House of Hanover — which provided six British monarchs — acceded to the throne in 1714. The king — who spoke German, French and a little English — ruled until his death in 1727....