GREY
The meaning of the unisex name Grey is GRAY-HAIRED..
Details on GREY:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Gray-haired
- Popularity for Boy:
- 1,827th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 5,650th in the USA (top 20%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
274 births
GREY as a BOY in 2024
52 births
GREY as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of GREY:
The name Grey is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Grey is: Gray-haired.
The name Grey is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Grey is: King Henry V' Sir Thomas Grey, conspirator against the King. 'King Richard III' Lord Grey, son of Edward's Queen.
USA SSA birth(s) for GREY:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name GREY
GREY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 274 births |
| 2023 | 276 births |
| 2022 | 333 births |
| 2021 | 362 births |
| 2020 | 302 births |
| 2019 | 335 births |
| 2018 | 331 births |
| 2017 | 325 births |
| 2016 | 318 births |
| 2015 | 234 births |
| 2014 | 234 births |
| 2013 | 204 births |
| 2012 | 185 births |
| 2011 | 125 births |
| 2010 | 106 births |
| 2009 | 132 births |
GREY as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 52 births |
| 2023 | 49 births |
| 2022 | 57 births |
| 2021 | 83 births |
| 2020 | 69 births |
| 2019 | 69 births |
| 2018 | 68 births |
| 2017 | 68 births |
| 2016 | 64 births |
| 2015 | 72 births |
| 2014 | 81 births |
| 2013 | 44 births |
| 2012 | 43 births |
| 2011 | 30 births |
| 2010 | 26 births |
| 2009 | 17 births |
About the name GREY
Grey, a name steeped in subtlety and nuance, originates from the Old English word "grǣg," signifying the color that lies between the brightness of white and the depth of black. It embodies a sense of balance and harmony, evoking imagery of twilight skies and the gentle embrace of dawn, where day meets night in a soft, muted dance. Symbolically, grey often represents wisdom, maturity, and the complexity of human experience, serving as a reminder that life is rarely black and white. This name has found favor across various cultures and geographies, resonating particularly in English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, where it is embraced for its modern, understated elegance. In Scandinavian countries, it reflects a connection to nature and the rugged landscapes that inspire their folklore. With its gentle allure and thoughtful connotations, Grey is a name that carries a sense of calm strength, making it a beautiful choice for a child destined to navigate the shades of life with grace and insight.
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