Gregor Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Gregor has Greek origins, meaning 'watchful' or 'vigilant', evolving through various languages including Latin and Old English. It is associated with strong traits and is linked to Saint Gregory in Christian traditions. The name has seen historical usage since the early Christian era and remains popular today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gregor"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡrɛɡər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Gregor derives from the Greek name 'Gregorios', which means 'watchful' or 'vigilant'.
Meaning
Watchful, vigilant
Language Evolution
Gregorios (Greek), Gregorius (Latin), Gregor (Old English), Greg (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian world due to Saint Gregory, a prominent figure in early Christianity, particularly in the 4th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Greg, Gregory, Graham, Grego
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary society, Gregor is viewed as a strong and traditional name, often associated with reliability and leadership.
Famous People
Gregor Mendel, the father of genetics, Gregor Clegane, a character from 'A Song of Ice and Fire', Gregor Samsa, the protagonist in Franz Kafka's 'The Metamorphosis'
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Gregor Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 26 peak births in 1962
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gregor"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gregor"
"Gregor" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2987th of 7545 | 123 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3013th of 6773 | 116 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2060th of 7552 | 290 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2836th of 10718 | 199 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4471st of 16616 | 171 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6302nd of 24088 | 185 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7877th of 23106 | 115 |
Regional Popularity of "Gregor" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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67.94% 1651st/2430 |
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57.80% 1604th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
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60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
52.49% 3316th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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76.12% 3931st/5164 |
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54.62% 4076th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gregor" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gregor"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gregor" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Gregor" in the United States
The name Gregor is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gregor has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Gregor' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2987th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3013th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2060th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2836th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4471st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6302nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7877th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Gregor' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.