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Gregory vs Boston

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

Gregory Rank #538
Boston Rank #628

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #628 for Boston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gregory or Boston more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Boston at #628 in the United States.

What do Gregory and Boston mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). Boston means "Botolph's town, market town" (Old English origin).

Are Gregory and Boston boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. Boston is primarily a boy name.

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