Strong, watchful
Pronunciation: GREHg
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Greg is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Strong". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: GREHg. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
Source Language
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Γρηγόρης
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
GREHg
IPA
/ɡrɛɡ/
Origin
Root Origin
Biblical
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
3
Lucky Day
Monday
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Topaz
Life Path Number
2
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Historical Usage
Historical records show that Gregory of Nazianzus (c. 329-389 AD) was a Christian bishop, theologian, and doctor of the Church. The name Greg carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
4th century
Famous People
Historical Figures & Cultural References
Translations
Additional language translations available for this name.
Greg
meaning of Greg is derived from Greek words for watchful and awake, symbolizes vigilance and attention
Greg
שם נוצרי שפירושו Strong, watchful
Γρηγόρης
Gregorius
meaning of Gregorius is derived from Greek words for watchful and awake
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