US Popularity:1068
Origin:Greek
Meaning:watchful, vigilant
From the Greek Gregōrios emerges Gregory, a boy's name tasked as being "vigilant" and "watchful." A favored title for over 1,500 years, Gregory has so long intertwined with Christianity that it has enveloped the Latin grex, meaning "flock," into its meaning. And so, Gregory represents one who is protective yet soothing, a mindful leader guiding their peers through any strife.

Famous People Named Gregory

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  • Gregory Peck
    Actor
  • Gregory Polanco
    Baseball Player
  • Gregory Smith
    TV Actor

How Popular Is The Name Gregory?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Gregory is currently #1184 on The Bump
Boy:Gregory is currently #651 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Gregory is currently #1068 in U.S. births
Boy:Gregory is currently #530 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#530
in 2023
- 35
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Name Doctor, Gregory

  • Behind the Name, Gregory, May 2020

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, Gregory, January 2018

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, gregarious, December 2023

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