Alexis vs Gregory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Alex, Lex

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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
Nicknames
Greg

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Popularity Comparison

Alexis Rank #485
Gregory Rank #538

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #538 for Gregory.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alexis ___

  • Alexis James
  • Alexis Marcus
  • Alexis William
  • Alexis Demetrius
  • Alexis Constantine
  • Alexis Rafael

Gregory ___

  • Gregory James
  • Gregory Thomas
  • Gregory Michael
  • Gregory William
  • Gregory Alexander
  • Gregory Paul

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alexis

Demetria Nikolai Anastasia Mikhail Nadia

If you choose Gregory

Catherine Elizabeth Margaret Thomas Nicholas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Gregory more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Gregory mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Alexis and Gregory boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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