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Raymond 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

Raymond Rank #380
Gregory Rank #538

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 vs #538 for Gregory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raymond or Gregory more popular?

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Raymond and Gregory mean?

Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Raymond and Gregory boy or girl names?

Raymond is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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