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Gregory

GREG-uh-ree

Popularity

#539

falling

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Greek

Total Births

714,266

Peak Year

#22,058 in 1962

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Gregory comes from the Greek name Gregorios, meaning 'watchful' or 'vigilant'. It has been a popular name for centuries.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Gregory Peck

    American actor known for his integrity on-screen.

  • Gregory Mendel

    Austrian scientist, father of modern genetics.

Nicknames

GregGregg

Spelling Variations

GregorGrigorGregorio

Similar Names

GeoffreyJeremyAnthonyNicholas

Personality Traits

IntelligentResponsibleReliableThoughtful

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