US Popularity:8121
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:Watchful, vigilant
The name Grier is of Scottish origin. It's a girl’s name meaning "watchful" or "vigilant" and is derived from Gregor, which is the Scottish form of Gregory. This medieval Scottish name is believed to have originated as a clan name associated with the region of Dumfriesshire in southern Scotland. Brooke Shields chose this name for one of her daughters. If you want a name with rich Scottish roots for your little one, Grier is a distinctive choice.

How Popular Is The Name Grier?

U.S. Births

Overall:Grier is currently #8121 in U.S. births
Girl:Grier is currently #6481 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#6481
in 2023
+ 1277
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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