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Data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024

Grigor — Meaning, Origin & Popularity | Namesake
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Griffyn|Grim
GreekBoy→ Stable

Grigor

GREE-gor · 2 syllables

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Boy

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #8540 in 2022

Peak: #8540 in 2022

→ Stable

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #8540 in 2022

Peak: #8540 in 2022

5yr change
—
Birth frequency
2.5 per 1,000,000 births
Sex split
100% boy · 0% girl

Popularity Over Time

↑ Higher on this chart = more popular · ↓ Lower = less popular

Average0255075100Popularity score (0–100)20202022

Rank #8540 · Rising since 2020

This name is given to very few babies each year — it sits outside the range shown in these charts.

Namesake Score
42
Higher than 42% of names
Combines uniqueness, trend, meaning, feasibility, and search interest.
Trend
→ Stable
Based on SSA rank velocity
Feasibility
Limited
.com taken · — · clear
Low friction, available
Uniqueness
45
Won't be common in class
Name DNA
GreekArmenianReligiousClassicSeriousEastern EuropeanSaint name2-syllableBoyWatchfulTraditional
Character
steadfast determinationphilosophical depthquiet strengthcontemplative natureresolute spirit
People with this name

Qualities shared by notable Grigors

resilientdeterminedgracefulcompetitivedisciplined
STRONG
High confidence

Grigor is a Greek boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Trend:→ Stable
Feasibility:.com taken · — · clear
Popularity:—
Grigor at a Glance
Meaning:From Greek 'gregorios' meaning 'watchful' or 'vigilant'. Grigor is the Armenian form of Gregory, historically borne by saints and church leaders.
Language root:Greek · Armenian
Peak rank:#8540 in 2022
5yr change:—
Sex usage:100% boy · 0% girl
Notable bearers
Grigor Dimitrov
Professional tennis player
Grigor the Illuminator
Armenian saint and missionary
Similar Sound
GregoryGregorGrigoryGreggoryGrisha
Similar Style
MaksimStefanViktorAleksandrDimitri
Works Well With
Sibling names that pair naturally with Grigor
SophiaNatashaElenaIvanMikhailArtem
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Source: Social Security Administration baby names data. Popularity data reflects US births. Feasibility data updated monthly.
Name Intelligence
Grigor · Overview
Summary

Grigor is a Greek boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Search interest: 0/100 → Stable

Strengths
Classic · Religious character
Grigor carries a serious, warm quality that makes it distinctive without being invented.
Considerations
Domain taken
grigor.com is not available. Alternative TLDs may work.
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Data source:Social Security Administration
Coverage:US births 1879–2024
Updated:January 2025
ISR:Refreshes monthly
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