Neo vs Grey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neo

Boy #972 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"new"

Origin: Greek neos

Cultural Roots

American European African Setswana

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#972
Total SSA Count
232
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Neo Rank #972
Grey Rank #878

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 vs #972 for Neo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Neo or Grey more popular?

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 compared to Neo at #972 in the United States.

What do Neo and Grey mean?

Neo means "new" (Greek neos origin). Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin).

Are Neo and Grey boy or girl names?

Neo is primarily a boy name. Grey is primarily a boy name.

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