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Greer is a Scottish name meaning 'watchful' or 'vigilant', derived from the name Gregor, which has roots in the Greek language. It has evolved through various forms over time. The name is perceived as strong and modern, with no direct biblical associations. Greer gained popularity in the late 19th century and is linked to notable figures in arts and cinema.

The name Greer is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Greer has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Greer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3744th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4231st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3872nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6839th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7588th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7445th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4531st out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3972nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2650th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3627th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3343rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3271st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2198th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Greer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.