Gregorio
Gregorio is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Watchful or vigilant.
Origin and history
Gregorio is the Italian and Spanish form of the Greek name Gregory, derived from the word 'gregoros'. It has a long history of use throughout Europe and Latin America due to numerous saints and popes. In the United States, it remains a steady, classic choice primarily used within Spanish-speaking families.
Popularity in the United States
10,842 babies in the United States have been named Gregorio since 1880. It ranks #1147 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1585.
States where it is most popular
- TX (53.7 %)
- CA (30.3 %)
- NY (4.6 %)
- NM (2.7 %)
- IL (2.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 28 |
| 1890-1900 | 45 |
| 1900-1910 | 69 |
| 1910-1920 | 443 |
| 1920-1930 | 916 |
| 1930-1940 | 678 |
| 1940-1950 | 646 |
| 1950-1960 | 736 |
| 1960-1970 | 843 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,136 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,323 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,602 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,302 |
| 2010-2019 | 733 |
| 2020-2029 | 342 |
Famous people named Gregorio
- Gregorio Luperón: President, General
- Gregorio Allegri: Composer, Priest
Nicknames
Goyo, Greg
Fun facts
- The Gregorian calendar, used internationally today, was introduced by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582.
- The name stems from the Greek verb gregorein, which means to be awake or watchful.