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Grey vs Emory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#878
Total SSA Count
274
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Emory

Boy #886 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"power, strength, ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#886
Total SSA Count
271
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Grey Rank #878
Emory Rank #886

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 vs #886 for Emory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grey or Emory more popular?

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 compared to Emory at #886 in the United States.

What do Grey and Emory mean?

Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin). Emory means "power, strength, ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Grey and Emory boy or girl names?

Grey is primarily a boy name. Emory is primarily a boy name.

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