Gregory vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gregory

Boy #538 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"watchful, vigilant, alert"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Gregory Rank #538

Philip Rank #522

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #538 for Gregory.

Is Gregory or Philip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Gregory and Philip mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Gregory and Philip boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.