Greer
Greer: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Greer
- A unisex given name transferred from the surname.
- A female given name transferred from the surname.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
How popular is Greer?
Since 1880, 3,085 girls and 733 boys in the U.S. have been named Greer (81% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1347 in 1943. Its highest rank for boys was #2269 in 1923. In 2025, 137 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Greer
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Sibling name ideas for Greer
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Greer FAQ
What does the name Greer mean?
A unisex given name transferred from the surname. A female given name transferred from the surname. A male given name transferred from the surname.
What is the origin of the name Greer?
Greer is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Greer?
Since 1880, 3,085 girls and 733 boys in the U.S. have been named Greer (81% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1347 in 1943. Its highest rank for boys was #2269 in 1923. In 2025, 137 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Greer a boy or girl name?
Greer is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (3,085 girls and 733 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.