Back to Baby Names

Gregory vs Jayson

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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Gregory Rank #538
Jayson Rank #623

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #623 for Jayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gregory or Jayson more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Jayson at #623 in the United States.

What do Gregory and Jayson mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). Jayson means "to heal (from iasthai)" (Greek origin).

Are Gregory and Jayson boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. Jayson is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons