Townsend vs Greer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Townsend

Boy #3,983 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dweller at the edge of town"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #3,982 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"watchful, alert, vigilant"

Origin: Greek

Scottish English American

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Townsend Rank #3,983

Greer Rank #3,982

Greer is more popular, ranked #3982 vs #3983 for Townsend.

Is Townsend or Greer more popular?

Greer is more popular, ranked #3982 compared to Townsend at #3983 in the United States.

What do Townsend and Greer mean?

Townsend means "dweller at the edge of town" (Old English origin). Greer means "watchful, alert, vigilant" (Greek origin).

Are Townsend and Greer boy or girl names?

Townsend is primarily a boy name. Greer is primarily a boy name.