Gregory vs Hank

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gregory

Boy #538 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"watchful, vigilant, alert"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #425 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"ruler of the home"

Origin: Germanic

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Gregory Rank #538

Hank Rank #425

Hank is more popular, ranked #425 vs #538 for Gregory.

Is Gregory or Hank more popular?

Hank is more popular, ranked #425 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Gregory and Hank mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). Hank means "ruler of the home" (Germanic origin).

Are Gregory and Hank boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. Hank is primarily a boy name.