Gregory Name Meaning, Origin and Popularity
Gregory is predominantly used for boys. The statistics below show this exact spelling in official U.S. records.
How Do You Spell Gregory?
Gregory is spelled G-R-E-G-O-R-Y. The name has 7 letters.
Gregory at a Glance
- Usage
- Predominantly used for boys
- Meaning
- Gregory is derived from the Greek name Grēgorios, which means “watchful” or “vigilant.”
- Origin
- Gregory is commonly associated with the Greek name Grēgorios and has historical use in Christian contexts.
- Pronunciation
- GREG-uh-ree · 3 syllables
Gregory Popularity in 2025
Rank#593
Recorded Births493
- Boys usage fell 55 places to #593 and recorded 61 fewer births compared with 2024.
Figures reflect this exact spelling in the latest available U.S. Social Security Administration records. See the complete year-by-year trend.
What Does the Name Gregory Mean?
Gregory is derived from the Greek name Grēgorios, which means “watchful” or “vigilant.”
Origin: Gregory is commonly associated with the Greek name Grēgorios and has historical use in Christian contexts.
How Do You Pronounce Gregory?
PronunciationGREG-uh-ree
Syllables3
What Is the History of the Name Gregory?
- History
- The name Gregory has been used historically within Christian tradition, notably borne by several Popes and saints.
Gregory Popularity by Year
The table below shows the most recent available records for this exact spelling from 2004 through 2025. Use the full history page to explore every recorded year.
| Year | Usage Category | Recorded Births | National Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Boys | 493 | #593 |
| 2024 | Boys | 554 | #538 |
| 2023 | Boys | 557 | #529 |
| 2022 | Boys | 616 | #495 |
| 2021 | Boys | 608 | #486 |
| 2020 | Boys | 686 | #434 |
| 2019 | Boys | 806 | #388 |
| 2018 | Boys | 787 | #408 |
| 2017 | Boys | 890 | #373 |
| 2016 | Boys | 926 | #359 |
| 2015 | Boys | 987 | #346 |
| 2014 | Boys | 1,110 | #314 |
| 2013 | Boys | 1,182 | #296 |
| 2012 | Girls | 5 | #16,869 |
| 2012 | Boys | 1,231 | #286 |
| 2011 | Boys | 1,265 | #279 |
| 2010 | Boys | 1,287 | #268 |
| 2009 | Boys | 1,426 | #247 |
| 2008 | Boys | 1,559 | #236 |
| 2007 | Girls | 5 | #17,636 |
| 2007 | Boys | 1,679 | #223 |
| 2006 | Boys | 1,833 | #208 |
| 2005 | Boys | 1,903 | #202 |
| 2004 | Girls | 8 | #11,624 |
When Was Gregory Most Popular?
Peak years are based on the highest recorded birth totals for this exact spelling and usage category. They are ordered by birth count, not chronologically.
1962 · Boys
21,976 recorded births
National rank #21
1957 · Boys
21,472 recorded births
National rank #23
1963 · Boys
21,420 recorded births
National rank #21
1961 · Boys
21,364 recorded births
National rank #23
Where Gregory Ranked Highest in 2025
State rankings are calculated separately for girls and boys within each state. The SSA omits state-level names recorded fewer than five times, so low visible counts can still represent a relatively high state rank.
Top States for Boys
| State | Rank | Recorded Births |
|---|---|---|
| CT | #296 | 10 |
| SC | #311 | 17 |
| AR | #353 | 9 |
| PA | #378 | 28 |
| MI | #393 | 22 |
| KY | #422 | 11 |
| NJ | #429 | 18 |
| AL | #450 | 11 |