Grigor is an ancient and revered name of Slavic origin, derived from the Greek name Gregory, which means "vigilant" or "watchful". It is composed of the elements 'grigor', meaning 'awake' or 'alert', and 'ios', meaning 'like'. Historically, it has been a popular name among Slavic peoples, particularly in Bulgaria, Serbia, Russia, and other Eastern European countries.
The name Grigor has been worn by several notable figures throughout history. One of the most prominent was Grigorii Rasputin, a mystic and self-proclaimed holy man who gained significant influence over Czar Nicholas II and his family in early 20th century Russia. However, it is important to note that the historical figure's actions were controversial and do not define the character or meaning of the name itself.
In literature, Grigor has been used as a character name in works such as "The Brothers Karamazov" by Fyodor Dostoevsky, further cementing its place in Slavic cultural heritage. Today, Grigor remains a respected and traditional name among Slavic communities around the world.
Grigor had a peak in popularity during the early 90s with over 14 births registered in 1992. However, it seems to have been less favored in recent years with only 5 or fewer registrations per year from 2017 onwards.