Gregory

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Gregory is a common masculine first name and surname. It is derived from the Latin name "Gregorius," which was from the late Greek name "Γρηγόριος" (Gregorios), derived from "γρήγορος" (gregoros) meaning "watchful, alert". This name was popular among early Christians, being borne by a number of important saints including Saint Gregory Thaumaturgus (3rd century), Saint Gregory the Illuminator (4th century), Saint Gregory of Nyssa (4th century), Saint Gregory of Nazianzus (4th century), and Saint Gregory of Tours (6th century).

Etymology[edit | edit source]

The name Gregory is derived from the Latin "Gregorius," which is from the late Greek "Γρηγόριος" (Gregorios). The Greek word is derived from "γρήγορος" (gregoros) meaning "watchful, alert".

Popularity among early Christians[edit | edit source]

The name Gregory was popular among early Christians, being borne by a number of important saints. These include Saint Gregory Thaumaturgus (3rd century), Saint Gregory the Illuminator (4th century), Saint Gregory of Nyssa (4th century), Saint Gregory of Nazianzus (4th century), and Saint Gregory of Tours (6th century).

Saints named Gregory[edit | edit source]

There are several saints named Gregory. These include:

See also[edit | edit source]

Gregory Resources

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD