Gregory vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gregory

Boy #538 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"watchful, vigilant, alert"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

American English African American

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Gregory Rank #538

King Rank #343

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #538 for Gregory.

Is Gregory or King more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Gregory and King mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Gregory and King boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.