Greg
boy name#4707 in 2025Greg entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #77 in 1961, ranks #4707 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#4707
rank today
#77
peak (1961)
21
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3082 |
| 1920s | #3411 |
| 1930s | #1795 |
| 1940s | #422 |
| 1950s | #190 |
| 1960s | #108 |
| 1970s | #218 |
| 1980s | #477 |
| 1990s | #990 |
| 2000s | #1793 |
| 2010s | #3291 |
| 2020s | #4339 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Greg has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 63,000 people named Greg are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Greg alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Greg in 2025?
- Greg ranks #4707 among US boy names in 2025, with 21 babies given the name.
- When was the name Greg most popular?
- Greg peaked in 1961, reaching #77 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Greg with classmates?
- Greg will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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