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Monroe vs Gray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Monroe

Boy #1,282 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the mouth of the Roe river"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,282
Total SSA Count
153
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Monroe Rank #1,282
Gray Rank #1,342

Monroe is more popular, ranked #1282 vs #1342 for Gray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monroe or Gray more popular?

Monroe is more popular, ranked #1282 compared to Gray at #1342 in the United States.

What do Monroe and Gray mean?

Monroe means "from the mouth of the Roe river" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Gray means "the color gray" (Old English origin).

Are Monroe and Gray boy or girl names?

Monroe is primarily a boy name. Gray is primarily a boy name.

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