A masculine given name, typically a shortened form of Gregory. It's commonly used as both a full name and a nickname.
From Gregory, which derives from Greek 'Gregorios' meaning 'watchful' or 'alert'. The name comes from 'gregorein' meaning 'to be awake' or 'to watch', suggesting vigilance and awareness.
Greg demonstrates how names evolve through casual use - what started as a formal Greek name meaning 'watchful' became one of the most approachable, friendly-sounding names in English. The transformation from Gregory to Greg shows how language naturally tends toward simplicity and informality in everyday use.
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