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Gregory vs Johnathan

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
Johnathan Rank #518

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 vs #538 for Gregory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gregory or Johnathan more popular?

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Gregory and Johnathan mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gregory and Johnathan boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. Johnathan is primarily a boy name.

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