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Porter 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

Porter Rank #616
Gregory Rank #538

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #616 for Porter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Porter or Gregory more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Porter at #616 in the United States.

What do Porter and Gregory mean?

Porter means "gatekeeper, doorman" (Old French origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Porter and Gregory boy or girl names?

Porter is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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