Gregory vs Leland

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
Nicknames
Greg

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Popularity Comparison

Gregory Rank #538
Leland Rank #548

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #548 for Leland.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gregory ___

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

Leland ___

  • Leland James
  • Leland Cole
  • Leland Grant
  • Leland Ray
  • Leland Thomas
  • Leland Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gregory

Catherine Elizabeth Margaret Thomas Nicholas

If you choose Leland

Wyatt Barrett Grady Magnolia Hazel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gregory or Leland more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Leland at #548 in the United States.

What do Gregory and Leland mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). Leland means "meadow land" (Old English origin).

Are Gregory and Leland boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. Leland is primarily a boy name.

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