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Garrett 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

Garrett Rank #563
Gregory Rank #538

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #563 for Garrett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garrett or Gregory more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Garrett at #563 in the United States.

What do Garrett and Gregory mean?

Garrett means "spear strength, brave with the spear" (Germanic origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Garrett and Gregory boy or girl names?

Garrett is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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