Gergely

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1946US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
How to pronounce Gergely
ger-gay
/ger-gay/ · · 3 syllables
A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name

What does Gergely mean and where does it come from?

Gergely is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Gergely carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1946 in 2015 — currently #1946 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Gergely?

Gergely works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gergely Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gergely Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gergely Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gergely Claire
French influence · crisp
Gergely Jane
Literary · strong
Gergely Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Gergely right now?

Holding steady — currently #1946 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1946 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#194610stable
2022#194610stable
2021#194610stable
2020#194610stable
2019#194610
💎Gergely is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Gergely?

CROATIAN
Grga
ENGLISH
GregGregg
FINNISH
ReijoReko
HUNGARIAN
Gergő

Famous people named Gergely

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Gergely (ancient philosopher)
Gergely bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
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Gergely (Greek poet or artist)
Gergely helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Gergely (modern Greek athlete)
Gergely brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Gergely (ancient philosopher)
Gergely bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
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Common questions about the name Gergely

What does the name Gergely mean?
Gergely means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gergely?
Gergely is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gergely?
Gergely originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Gergely?
Gergely pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greek heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Gergely a common or rare name?
Gergely is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.