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Corey vs Gregory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gregory

Boy #538 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"watchful, vigilant, alert"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Roman Catholic Eastern Orthodox

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#538
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Corey Rank #679
Gregory Rank #538

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Gregory more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Corey and Gregory mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Corey and Gregory boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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