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Duke vs Gregory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#710
Total SSA Count
375
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Duke Rank #710
Gregory Rank #538

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #710 for Duke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Gregory more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Duke and Gregory mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Duke and Gregory boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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