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Grier

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Pronounced GREER /ˈɡrir/High

Meaning: From the Scottish surname Grier — a short form of Gregor, from Greek gregoros, 'watchful, vigilant'; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Watchful; vigilant: Grier is a Scottish surname from Gregor — 'watchful'. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).
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Origin LowScottish, Greek
MeaningFrom the Scottish surname Grier — a short form of Gregor, from Greek gregoros, 'watchful, vigilant'; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#5988 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births20 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2007
Total births (all-time)≈ 424

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919892025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Grier is a Scottish surname — a short form of Gregor, from Greek gregoros, 'watchful, vigilant' (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Gigi).

It registers thinly for girls. Rare, watchful-and-vigilant at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Gregor comes from Greek gregoros, 'watchful, vigilant' — Grier is a Scottish surname from it, a crisp, modern one-syllable name, used for both sexes (here for girls; the actress Grier; the routes are layered; said 'GREER').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Grier — routes layered

Variations

GreerGrieg

Nicknames

Gigi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Grier mean?

Grier is a Scottish surname from Gregor — Greek 'watchful, vigilant'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Grier?

It's said GREER /ˈɡrir/ — one syllable.

Is Grier a boy or girl name?

Grier is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Grier?

Grier is a rare name in the U.S.

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