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Orion 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

Orion Rank #326
Gregory Rank #538

Orion is more popular, ranked #326 vs #538 for Gregory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orion or Gregory more popular?

Orion is more popular, ranked #326 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Orion and Gregory mean?

Orion means "rising in the sky, boundary" (Greek origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Orion and Gregory boy or girl names?

Orion is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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