Watchful or vigilant
Gregoire is the French form of the name Gregory. It is derived from the Greek name Gregorios, which stems from the word 'gregorein' meaning to be awake or watchful. Historically, it was a popular name among early Christians and numerous popes.
Less common today
Gregoire isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,773 in 1990.
Grammy-winning jazz harmonica player
French film actor known for Beau Travail
French footballer and writer
Flemish Jesuit mathematician
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
