The name Grey is of English origin and means "gray-haired" or "gray-eyed". It is a surname that was originally given to someone who had gray hair or eyes, or perhaps lived in a house with a grey roof or walls. The name has been used as a given name in recent years, likely influenced by the popularity of unique, one-syllable names.
The earliest recorded use of the name Grey as a given name is in the 19th century, but it was not widely used until the late 20th century. Today, Grey is more commonly used for boys than girls, although it can be used for either gender. The name has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and modern feel.
There are no major historical figures with the name Grey, and there are no specific holidays or celebrations associated with this name. However, some notable people with the surname Grey include the British poet Thomas Gray and the American explorer Zebulon Pike (whose middle name was Grey).
The given statistics present an interesting trend of the popularity of the name Grey over time in the United States from 1990 to 2023.
From 1990 to 2007, the number of births with the name Grey fluctuated between 5 and 14 annually. However, starting in 2008, there was a significant increase in the popularity of the name. In 2008, there were 23 births named Grey, more than doubling from the previous year's total of 17.
This upward trend continued through 2014, with the number of Grey births peaking at 81 that year. Since then, the popularity of the name has remained relatively stable, with an average of around 65 births per year between 2015 and 2023, except for a slight dip to 49 in 2023.
Overall, from 1990 to 2023, there have been a total of 969 babies named Grey born in the United States. This data shows that while the name Grey started off relatively uncommon in the early 1990s, it has since gained popularity and become more commonly chosen for newborns over time.