Greg Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGREH-g / /ɡrɛɡ/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: watchful; Latin: vigilant
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Greg is derived from the Greek name 'Gregorios', which means 'watchful' or 'vigilant'. It became popular in the Christian tradition due to Saint Gregory, a prominent figure in early Christianity. The name has been widely used in various forms across different cultures and languages. It has maintained a steady presence in Western naming conventions since the Middle Ages.
Trend Summary
The name Greg experienced peak popularity in the mid-20th century but has seen a decline in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gregg
- Gregory
International Variants
- Gregoire (French)
- Giorgio (Italian)
- Grégoire (French)
- Gregor (Slavic)
Famous people named Greg
Greg Norman is an Australian professional golfer and entrepreneur, recognized for his achievements on the PGA Tour.
Greg Kinnear is an American actor and television host, known for his performances in films like 'As Good as It Gets'.
Greg Louganis is an American diver and Olympic champion, celebrated for his contributions to the sport.
Fictional characters named Greg
Greg Heffley is the main character in the 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' series, known for his humorous take on middle school life.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Greg was first seen in the United States in 1915. Greg has ranked as high as #168 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Greg has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Greg (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 19 |
| 1936 | 32 |
| 1937 | 34 |
| 1938 | 49 |
| 1939 | 55 |
| 1940 | 57 |
| 1941 | 76 |
| 1942 | 101 |
| 1943 | 145 |
| 1944 | 188 |
| 1945 | 355 |
| 1946 | 806 |
| 1947 | 1,316 |
| 1948 | 1,189 |
| 1949 | 868 |
| 1950 | 804 |
| 1951 | 739 |
| 1952 | 769 |
| 1953 | 797 |
| 1954 | 953 |
| 1955 | 1,166 |
| 1956 | 1,603 |
| 1957 | 2,972 |
| 1958 | 3,790 |
| 1959 | 4,637 |
| 1960 | 5,085 |
| 1961 | 5,398 |
| 1962 | 5,367 |
| 1963 | 4,853 |
| 1964 | 3,971 |
| 1965 | 3,181 |
| 1966 | 2,454 |
| 1967 | 2,100 |
| 1968 | 2,047 |
| 1969 | 1,985 |
| 1970 | 2,006 |
| 1971 | 1,695 |
| 1972 | 1,437 |
| 1973 | 1,300 |
| 1974 | 1,099 |
| 1975 | 952 |
| 1976 | 857 |
| 1977 | 824 |
| 1978 | 696 |
| 1979 | 571 |
| 1980 | 558 |
| 1981 | 474 |
| 1982 | 438 |
| 1983 | 414 |
| 1984 | 388 |
| 1985 | 331 |
| 1986 | 271 |
| 1987 | 286 |
| 1988 | 205 |
| 1989 | 234 |
| 1990 | 204 |
| 1991 | 177 |
| 1992 | 173 |
| 1993 | 148 |
| 1994 | 134 |
| 1995 | 129 |
| 1996 | 112 |
| 1997 | 99 |
| 1998 | 108 |
| 1999 | 85 |
| 2000 | 79 |
| 2001 | 82 |
| 2002 | 70 |
| 2003 | 73 |
| 2004 | 86 |
| 2005 | 91 |
| 2006 | 72 |
| 2007 | 60 |
| 2008 | 68 |
| 2009 | 55 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 39 |
| 2013 | 49 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 34 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 23 |