Greig
boy nameGreig entered the US charts in 1938, peaked at #1673 in 1957, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1938–2025
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rank today
#1673
peak (1957)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #2646 |
| 1940s | #2796 |
| 1950s | #1989 |
| 1960s | #2775 |
| 1970s | #4502 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Greig are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Greig alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Greig in 2025?
- Greig is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Greig most popular?
- Greig peaked in 1957, reaching #1673 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Greig with classmates?
- Greig will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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