A 1960s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Gregg since 1881
Babies named Gregg per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 0 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 75 |
| 1920s | 130 |
| 1930s | 231 |
| 1940s | 2,581 |
| 1950s | 11,104 |
| 1960s | 13,792 |
| 1970s | 5,477 |
| 1980s | 1,897 |
| 1990s | 734 |
| 2000s | 300 |
| 2010s | 153 |
| 2020s | 33 |
Meaning & origin
The name Gregg, a variant of Gregory, saw its peak usage in 1962, when it was most popular among American parents. Today, it is much less common: in 2025, roughly 1 in 341,615 boys receives the name, placing it at rank 12,008. Its trajectory has been rising since 2022 after a long period of decline, suggesting a modest revival. Gregg is most closely associated with the 1960s, and its revival indicates a renewed interest in mid-century naming styles. While not tied to any particular state, it shares stylistic ground with other short, consonant-heavy names like Craig and Keith.
Gregg is a variant of Gregory, which derives from the Greek name Gregorios (Γρηγόριος), meaning 'watchful' or 'vigilant.' The name was borne by several early Christian saints, including Pope Gregory I, and became common in the British Isles through the influence of the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches. The Scottish surname Gregg or MacGregor emerged as a patronymic; the given name Gregg gained independent popularity in the 20th century, especially in the United States.
Where Gregg is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Greggy, Greg
Sibling names for Gregg
Names that share Gregg's style, for a brother or sister.
