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Lawson vs Gregory

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

Lawson Rank #416
Gregory Rank #538

Lawson is more popular, ranked #416 vs #538 for Gregory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawson or Gregory more popular?

Lawson is more popular, ranked #416 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Lawson and Gregory mean?

Lawson means "son of Lawrence" (Old English origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Lawson and Gregory boy or girl names?

Lawson is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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