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Reed 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

Reed Rank #422
Gregory Rank #538

Reed is more popular, ranked #422 vs #538 for Gregory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reed or Gregory more popular?

Reed is more popular, ranked #422 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Reed and Gregory mean?

Reed means "lives near reeds" (Old English origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Reed and Gregory boy or girl names?

Reed is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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