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Grigor
Pronounced GREE-gor /ˈɡriː.ɡɔːr/Medium
Meaning: The Armenian/Bulgarian form of Gregory, from the Greek Gregorios, 'watchful; vigilant; awake.' Borne by Saint Gregory the Illuminator of Armenia.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Grigor is the Armenian/Bulgarian Gregory, from the Greek for 'watchful; vigilant.' Tied to Saint Gregory the Illuminator, it reads dignified and Eastern European — rare in the U.S. (said 'GREE-gor').
It appears only rarely in U.S. data, more familiar in Armenia and Bulgaria. Extremely rare and heritage-rich.
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What does the name Grigor mean?
Grigor is the Armenian/Bulgarian form of Gregory, from the Greek for 'watchful; vigilant.'
How do you pronounce Grigor?
It's said GREE-gor /ˈɡriː.ɡɔːr/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Grigor a boy or girl name?
Grigor is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Grigor?
Grigor is a very rare name in the U.S.