Gregory, of Greek origin, signifies 'vigilant' or 'alert'. This classic name has been popular throughout history and across various cultures. It is composed of two elements: 'Gregor', meaning 'watchful', and '-ios', indicating 'of the family of'. Notable figures with this name include several popes and saints, such as Pope Gregory I, who contributed to the development of Gregorian chants.
The name Gregory experienced varied popularity over the years with peaks in the late 1960s and early 1970s, but has generally decreased since the mid-1970s.