Boy · 296th of 10,718
Gregg
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
36,619
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1962
Peak Popularity Year
1,900
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Gregg stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Gregg has its roots in the Greek name Gregorios, meaning watchful or vigilant. It evolved through Latin into its modern form, and the name is associated with positive traits like reliability. While it does not have a biblical background, its historical usage surged after the influence of Saint Gregory the Great. Variants include Greg and Gregory, among others.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɡrɛɡ/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Gregg is derived from the Greek name 'Gregorios', which means 'watchful' or 'vigilant'. It was later adopted into Latin as 'Gregorius'.
Meaning
Watchful, vigilant
Language Evolution
Gregorios (Greek), Gregorius (Latin), Gregg (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the Middle Ages, particularly after the establishment of Saint Gregory the Great as Pope in the 6th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Greg, Gregory, Grego
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Gregg is seen as a classic name that conveys a sense of tradition and reliability. It is less common than its variant Gregory but still holds a positive image.
Famous People
Gregg Allman (musician), Gregg Popovich (basketball coach), Gregg Araki (filmmaker)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,900 peak births in 1962
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2349th of 7545 | 193 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 911th of 6773 | 906 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 217th of 7552 | 21,665 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 296th of 10718 | 10,926 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 850th of 16616 | 2,197 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3224th of 24088 | 493 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7581st of 23106 | 122 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7067th of 12526 | 49 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8706th of 19264 | 63 |