GREG
The meaning of the unisex name Greg is DIMINUTIVE OF GREGORY: WATCHFUL. FAMOUS BEARER: AMERICAN ACTOR GREGORY PECK, AND POPE GREGORY I WHO WAS ALSO KNOWN AS ST GREGORY THE GREAT.
Details on GREG:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Diminutive of gregory, meaning 'on the watch'. often used as an independent name
- Popularity for Boy:
- 10,133rd in the USA (top 35%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 19,846th in the USA (bottom 50%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
23 births
GREG as a BOY in 2024
5 births
GREG as a GIRL in 1986
The meaning(s) of GREG:
The name Greg is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Greg is: meaning 'on the watch'. Often used as an independent name.
The name Greg is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Greg is: meaning 'on the watch'. Often used as an independent name.
The name Greg is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Greg is: Watchful. Famous bearer: American actor Gregory Peck, and Pope Gregory I who was also known as St Gregory the Great.
USA SSA birth(s) for GREG:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name GREG
GREG as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 23 births |
| 2023 | 20 births |
| 2022 | 22 births |
| 2021 | 35 births |
| 2020 | 24 births |
| 2019 | 28 births |
| 2018 | 26 births |
| 2017 | 26 births |
| 2016 | 38 births |
| 2015 | 34 births |
| 2014 | 27 births |
| 2013 | 49 births |
| 2012 | 38 births |
| 2011 | 45 births |
| 2010 | 41 births |
| 2009 | 55 births |
GREG as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 5 births |
| 1985 | 5 births |
| 1977 | 5 births |
| 1976 | 6 births |
| 1973 | 6 births |
| 1972 | 5 births |
| 1971 | 11 births |
| 1970 | 9 births |
| 1969 | 9 births |
| 1968 | 11 births |
| 1967 | 8 births |
| 1966 | 6 births |
| 1965 | 6 births |
| 1964 | 5 births |
| 1963 | 7 births |
| 1962 | 6 births |
About the name GREG
**Greg** – A name that carries a sense of strength and wisdom, Greg is derived from the Greek name "Gregorios," meaning "vigilant" or "watchful." This timeless name has found its way into various cultures, beloved in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, where it often serves as a short form of Gregory. The name evokes images of steadfastness and loyalty, resonating in communities across Europe, from the bustling streets of Ireland to the serene landscapes of Greece. In its various forms—like Gregorio in Italian and Spanish, or Grégoire in French—this name encapsulates a universal appeal, bridging cultural divides and celebrating the spirit of attentiveness and care. With a history rich in religious significance, linked to numerous saints, Greg is not just a name but a gentle reminder of the enduring qualities of watchfulness and dedication, making it a charming choice for a new generation.
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