Trace vs Gregory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Trace

Boy #705 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"path, track, trail"

Origin: Old French via English

American English Southern American

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Boy #538 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"watchful, vigilant, alert"

Origin: Greek

English Greek Roman Catholic Eastern Orthodox

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Trace Rank #705

Gregory Rank #538

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #705 for Trace.

Is Trace or Gregory more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Trace at #705 in the United States.

What do Trace and Gregory mean?

Trace means "path, track, trail" (Old French via English origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Trace and Gregory boy or girl names?

Trace is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.