Ivan Gregory

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ivan Gregory — God is gracious
80K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ivan Gregory is a name combining English origins, bringing together "God is gracious" (Ivan) with "watchful" (Gregory). The first name Ivan is a masculine given name of English origin. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures. The surname Gregory from the Greek Gregorios (Γρηγόριος), meaning "alert, watchful." Name of 16 popes, including Gregory I the Great. Ivan is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 80K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ivan reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ivan

Meaning: God is gracious

English

A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.

Surname: Gregory

Meaning: watchful

Greek

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

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

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

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Ivan?
The first name Ivan originates from English. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.
How common is the name Ivan Gregory?
The first name Ivan is shared by approximately 80K people worldwide. The surname Gregory is among the most recognizable in its region of origin.
Where is the name Ivan most common?
The name Ivan is most prevalent in United States and surrounding regions.
When was Ivan most popular?
The name Ivan reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
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