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Raphael 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

Raphael Rank #421
Gregory Rank #538

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #538 for Gregory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raphael or Gregory more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Raphael and Gregory mean?

Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Raphael and Gregory boy or girl names?

Raphael is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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