Gregor
Meaning of Gregor
The name Gregor is a strong and classic male name of Greek origin, meaning "watchful" or "vigilant." It is a variant of the more common name Gregory. Pronounced as GREG-er (/ˈɡrɛɡər/), it carries a sense of timelessness and historical significance. The name has deep roots in various cultures, particularly in Scotland and Eastern Europe, where it has been borne by saints, scholars, and notable figures throughout history. Despite its rich heritage, Gregor remains relatively rare in the United States, with only a handful of occurrences each year. This rarity adds to its unique charm for parents seeking a distinctive yet traditional name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as GREG-er (/ˈɡrɛɡər/)
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Notable People Named Gregor
| Gregor Johann Mendel was a German-Czech biologist and Augustinian friar known as the founder of modern genetics due to his pea plant experiments that established the laws of Mendelian inheritance. |
| Gregor Schlierenzauer is a highly successful Austrian former ski jumper, known for his numerous titles and medals in various prestigious ski jumping competitions. |
| Gregor Piatigorsky was a Russian Empire-born American cellist. |
| Gregor Fisher is a Scottish comedian and actor, best known for his role as Rab C. Nesbitt in the comedy series of the same name and for his appearances in films like Love Actually and The Merchant of Venice. |
| Gregor von Feinaigle was a German mnemonist and Roman Catholic monk. |
| Gregor Trinkaus-Randall was a prominent American archivist and preservationist, as well as the 67th President of the Society of American Archivists. |
| Gregor Rioch is an English football coach and former player, currently serving as the academy manager of Wigan Athletic, with a notable family background in football. |
| Gregor John Kennis, born in Yokohama, Japan, played first-class and List A cricket for Surrey and Somerset in the 1990s. |
| Gregor Zabret is a Slovenian footballer known for his role as a goalkeeper. |
| Gregor Aichinger was a German composer known for his contributions to sacred music. |
| Gregor Tait is a Scottish backstroke swimmer who represented Great Britain at the Olympics and various other international competitions. |
| Gregor McLennan is a distinguished British sociologist and Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, currently holding the Established Chair of Sociology at the University of Bristol. |
| Krikor Kélékian, also known as Gregor, was a prominent Ottoman-French jazz bandleader of Armenian descent. |
| Gregor Högler is a male javelin thrower and coach from Austria, known for holding the national record with a personal best of 84.03 meters. |
| Gregor Šparovec is a Slovenian former alpine skier who competed in the 2002 Winter Olympics. |
