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Peyton 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

Peyton Rank #659
Gregory Rank #538

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #659 for Peyton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peyton or Gregory more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Peyton at #659 in the United States.

What do Peyton and Gregory mean?

Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Peyton and Gregory boy or girl names?

Peyton is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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