Grey
Grey is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Grey-haired, neutral color, or pleasant.
Origin and history
Grey originated as an Old English surname derived from the color adjective or nickname for a person with gray hair or clothes. Historically used primarily as a surname, it gained traction as a modern given name in the United States. In recent years, its popularity has risen significantly alongside the trend for color-inspired and word names.
Popularity in the United States
6,056 babies in the United States have been named Grey since 1880. It ranks #1549 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #783.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13 %)
- CA (11.9 %)
- UT (6.8 %)
- FL (6.2 %)
- NY (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 30 |
| 1920-1930 | 55 |
| 1930-1940 | 39 |
| 1940-1950 | 66 |
| 1950-1960 | 102 |
| 1960-1970 | 140 |
| 1970-1980 | 121 |
| 1980-1990 | 166 |
| 1990-2000 | 406 |
| 2000-2010 | 755 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,405 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,771 |
Fun facts
- Grey utilizes the British English spelling of the color, which is often favored in given names over Gray.
- Over a quarter of all U.S. births registered with the given name Grey occurred between 2020 and 2025.