The nameGreg

Greg is a boy's name, a short form of Gregory.

Meaning

Like Gregory, it comes from the Greek gregorein, "to watch, be vigilant".

Origin

Greek, through English.

History

In France it was mostly given in the 1990s.

Popularity of the name Greg

Greg in France

5017thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1995peak year (55 births)
795babies named Greg in France since 1900
02855 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Greg was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 390 births over the decade, 49% of all recorded babies named Greg. Its rise began around 1982, and it peaked in 1995. Half of all babies named Greg in France were born before 1997.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Greg mean?

Like Gregory, it comes from the Greek gregorein, "to watch, be vigilant".

What is the origin of the name Greg?

Greek, through English.

Is Greg a girl's or a boy's name?

Greg is a boy's name.