Gregory

Meaning of Gregory

Gregory means "watchful" or "vigilant."

Gregory has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Gregory

Gregory has cooled off, slipping to #593 in 2025, down from a peak of #138 in 2000.

Notable people named Gregory

• Gregory Peck
  Legendary American actor
• Gregory Hines
  American tap dancer and actor
• Gregory Isaacs
  Jamaican reggae musician
• Gregory van der Wiel
  Dutch professional footballer
• Gregory Bateson
  British anthropologist

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Questions about the name Gregory

What does the name Gregory mean?

Gregory means gregory means "watchful" or "vigilant.", and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Gregory a boy's or a girl's name?

Gregory is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Gregory?

In 2025, Gregory ranked #593 for boys, down from #538 the year before.

When was Gregory most popular?

Gregory peaked at #138 in 2000.