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Gregory vs Dorian

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
Dorian Rank #539

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #539 for Dorian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gregory or Dorian more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Dorian at #539 in the United States.

What do Gregory and Dorian mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). Dorian means "descendant of Dorus, Dorian Greek" (Greek origin).

Are Gregory and Dorian boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. Dorian is primarily a boy name.

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