Grey
How to say it: GRAY · /ˈɡreɪ/
English word and surname for the color grey; from Old English 'grg'. Used as a given name for its minimalist feel.
Grey was the 691st most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 253 babies of either sex (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are down about 18% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #782 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #691 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 (both sexes) | 253 |
| Share of births | 1 in 8,226 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | −18% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #782 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Grey rose to its best showing in the 2020s where it stands now. A small retreat is expected.
What goes with it
Single syllable and crisp, Grey works as a colour name. River reflects the same minimal style.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Grey is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
Famous people named Grey
- Grey DeLisle (born 1973)American voice actress and singer-songwriter
- Grey Damon (born 1987)American actor
- Grey Zabel (born 2002)American football player
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