Greggory Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Greggory has its origins in the Greek name Gregorios, meaning 'watchful' or 'vigilant'. It evolved through various languages, including Latin and Old French, before becoming modernized in English. The name is associated with traits of vigilance and reliability, and although it does not have biblical significance, it has been popularized through notable figures in history.
The name Greggory is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Greggory has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Greggory' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5302nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 853rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 833rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1037th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3228th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9635th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Greggory' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Greggory"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡrɛɡəri/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Greggory is derived from the Greek name Gregorios, which means 'watchful' or 'vigilant'. It was later adopted into Latin as Gregorius and became popularized through various saints named Gregory in the Christian tradition.
Meaning
vigilant, watchful
Language Evolution
Gregorios (Greek), Gregorius (Latin), Gregory (Old French), Greggory (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian era, particularly due to the influence of several popes and saints named Gregory. It saw a resurgence in the Middle Ages and has remained a common name into modern times.
Variants & Derivatives
Gregory, Greg, Gregg, Grego
Modern Popularity & Image
Greggory is viewed as a classic name that carries connotations of strength and reliability. While not as commonly used today as its simpler forms, it maintains a sense of tradition.
Famous People
Greggory Smith - American actor, Greggory Peccary - a fictional character in children's literature
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Greggory"
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 of "Greggory"
"Greggory" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5302nd of 6773 | 18 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 853rd of 7552 | 1,453 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 833rd of 10718 | 1,521 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1037th of 16616 | 1,543 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3228th of 24088 | 492 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9635th of 23106 | 80 |
Regional Popularity of "Greggory" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 656th/656 |
100.00% 1273rd/1273 |
100.00% 1058th/1058 |
100.00% 766th/766 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 754th/754 |
100.00% 1243rd/1243 |
100.00% 917th/917 |
100.00% 934th/934 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 1000th/1000 |
100.00% 1242nd/1242 |
100.00% 1195th/1195 |
100.00% 1153rd/1153 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 3713th/3713 |
100.00% 3369th/3369 |
100.00% 5030th/5030 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Greggory" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Greggory"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Greggory" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.