Gregory
Gregory is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Watchful, vigilant, or alert.
Origin and history
Gregory is derived from the Late Greek name Gregorios, meaning watchful or alert. Although predominantly given to males, it has recorded historical usage as a feminine name in the United States. Its usage for females peaked in the mid-20th century and is extremely rare today.
Popularity in the United States
2,860 babies in the United States have been named Gregory since 1880. It ranks #3314 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.1 %)
- NY (14.4 %)
- TX (11.9 %)
- IL (8.9 %)
- OH (8.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 16 |
| 1940-1950 | 93 |
| 1950-1960 | 494 |
| 1960-1970 | 803 |
| 1970-1980 | 672 |
| 1980-1990 | 618 |
| 1990-2000 | 131 |
| 2000-2010 | 23 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Greg, Greggy
Fun facts
- Sixteen popes have taken the name Gregory, making it one of the most common papal names in history.
- Although primarily masculine, over 2,800 American girls were named Gregory during the 20th century.