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Gregory

Boy · Greek · Medium name

Meaning
Watchful, vigilant, alert
Pronunciation
GREG-uh-ree
Origin
Greek

From Greek 'gregoros' meaning watchful or vigilant.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Greek, English, Latin

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom, Greece

Alternate spellings

  • GregorScottish / Slavic

    Scottish and Slavic form.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Pope Gregory I

    c. 540–604

    Pope known as Gregory the Great, who reformed Church liturgy.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Greek Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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