Grigory
Meaning of Grigory
Grigory is a traditional male name with Russian origins. It is pronounced as GREE-guh-ree (/ˈɡrɪɡəri/) in Russian. The name is a variation of Gregory, which is more commonly used in English-speaking countries. Grigory has a rich history and carries associations with strength and leadership. In terms of popularity, it may not be as common in the United States, with only 5 occurrences in 2014 and ranking at 12101. However, for parents looking for a unique and culturally diverse name, Grigory offers an intriguing option with a strong and timeless appeal.
Pronunciation
Russian
- Pronunced as GREE-guh-ree (/ˈɡrɪɡəri/)
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Notable People Named Grigory
| Grigory Alekseyevich Yavlinsky is a prominent Russian economist and politician with extensive experience in various levels of government, including the State Duma. |
| Prince Grigory Aleksandrovich Potemkin-Tauricheski was a prominent Russian military leader and statesman, known for his close relationship with Catherine the Great and his role in overseeing the end of a war with the Ottoman Empire. |
| Grigory Mikhailovich Rodchenkov is the former head of Russia's national anti-doping laboratory and was involved in the state-run doping program in Russia. |
| Grigory Sarkisovich Grigoryants was a Soviet surgeon known for revolutionizing medical surgical services in the Namangan Region. |
| Grigory Mitrofanovich Davidenko was a Soviet soldier and Hero of the Soviet Union during the Great Patriotic War. |
| Grigory Yakovlevich Baklanov was a prominent Soviet and Russian writer, known for his World War II novels and for his influential role as the editor of the literary magazine Znamya during the era of Mikhail Gorbachev's reforms. |
| Grigory Aleksandrovich Margulis is a renowned Russian-American mathematician recognized for his significant contributions to mathematics and has been honored with prestigious awards such as the Fields Medal, Wolf Prize in Mathematics, and Abel Prize. |
| Grigory Andreevich Rechkalov was a highly decorated Soviet fighter pilot in World War II, known for his over fifty solo shootdowns and subsequent rise to the rank of general. |
| Prince Grigory Grigorievich Gagarin was a Russian painter, Major General, and administrator. |
| Grigory Mikhailovich Shtern was a Soviet officer known for his service in the Red Army, military advisory role during the Spanish Civil War, and his involvement in the Soviet-Japanese Border Wars and the Winter War before being accused of treason and executed during Stalin's military purge of 1941. |
| Grigory Nikolaevich Oriol was a Soviet armored corps general. |
| Grigory Spiridonovich Petrov was a priest, public figure, and publicist. |
| Count Grigory Kirillovich Razumovsky, a member of the Razumovsky noble family, was a Russian nobleman known for his contributions to political philosophy, botany, zoology, and geology. |
| Grigory Stepanovich Pirogov was a renowned bass opera singer. |
| Grigory Nikolayevich Korganov was a prominent Georgian-Armenian Communist activist and leader in Azerbaijan during the Russian Revolution. |
