Gregory James

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gregory James — watchful
662K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gregory James is a name combining Greek origins, bringing together "watchful" (Gregory) with "supplanter" (James). The first name Gregory is a masculine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Gregorios (Γρηγόριος), meaning "alert, watchful." Name of 16 popes, including Gregory I the Great. The surname James english form of the Late Latin Jacomus, from Jacobus, from Hebrew Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning "supplanter." Name of two apostles and many kings. Gregory is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 662K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Gregory reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gregory

Meaning: watchful

Greek

From the Greek Gregorios (Γρηγόριος), meaning "alert, watchful." Name of 16 popes, including Gregory I the Great.

Surname: James

Meaning: supplanter

Hebrew

English form of the Late Latin Jacomus, from Jacobus, from Hebrew Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning "supplanter." Name of two apostles and many kings.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gregory is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 10%
Greece 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gregory by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gregory James

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gregory James:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gregory?
The first name Gregory originates from Greek. From the Greek Gregorios (Γρηγόριος), meaning "alert, watchful." Name of 16 popes, including Gregory I the Great.
How common is the name Gregory James?
The first name Gregory is shared by approximately 662K people worldwide. The surname James is among the most recognizable in its region of origin.
Where is the name Gregory most common?
The name Gregory is most prevalent in United States and surrounding regions.
When was Gregory most popular?
The name Gregory reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
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