gender neutral
Greer
watchful, guardian
About Greer
Distinctive sophistication radiates from Greer, a name that refuses to follow conventional patterns. The single syllable delivers maximum impact with minimal fuss—there's power in such economy of sound. Greer possesses an intellectual quality, suggesting someone who values substance over superficiality, depth over decoration. This name isn't for everyone, and that's precisely its appeal to those who choose it. It stands confidently apart from flowery, multi-syllabic alternatives, offering something sharp and memorable instead. The double "e" in the middle provides visual interest while maintaining the name's streamlined quality. Greer evokes images of strong, capable women who forge their own paths and define success on their own terms. Parents drawn to this name typically value uniqueness and aren't swayed by popularity contests. It's a name that works equally well in creative fields and boardrooms, suggesting versatility and adaptability. Greer demands attention without demanding anything at all—it simply is what it is, take it or leave it, and therein lies its considerable charm.
Popularity of the Name Greer
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| New Zealand | |
|---|---|
| 1984 | #371 |
| 1985 | #306 |
| 1987 | #327 |
| 1988 | #300 |
| 1989 | #334 |
| 1991 | #398 |
| 1993 | #291 |
| 1994 | #366 |
| 1995 | #317 |
| 1996 | #224 |
| 1997 | #233 |
| 1998 | #277 |
| 1999 | #187 |
| 2000 | #387 |
| 2001 | #280 |
| 2002 | #273 |
| 2003 | #351 |
| 2004 | #367 |
| 2005 | #188 |
| 2006 | #171 |
| 2007 | #184 |
| 2008 | #154 |
| 2009 | #280 |
| 2010 | #198 |
| 2011 | #334 |
| 2012 | #272 |
| 2013 | #390 |
| 2015 | #422 |
| 2016 | #360 |
| 2017 | #351 |
| 2018 | #312 |
| 2019 | #322 |
| 2022 | #363 |
Top names by country: New Zealand
Variations of Name Greer
Names Similar to Greer
Nicknames for Greer
- Gre
- Gree
- Greery
- Reery
Famous People Named Greer
| Greer Garson | British-American actress |
| Greer Grammer | American actress |
| Greer Lankton | American artist and dollmaker |
| Greer Robson | Australian Olympic swimmer |
| Greer Stothers | Canadian field hockey player |
| Greer Shepard | American jazz singer |
| Greer Stevens | New Zealand Olympic cyclist |
| Greer Wylder | American actress and producer |
| Greer Barnes | American comedian and actor |
| Greer Goodman | American writer and producer |
| Greer Kent | Australian musician and composer |
| Greer Macallister | American author |
| Greer Nova | American singer and songwriter |
| Greer Ogston | Scottish dancer and choreographer |
| Greer Skivington | Australian artist |
| Greer Taylor | Canadian field hockey player |
| Greer Walton | American actress |
| Greer Wilde | American painter |
Characters Named Greer
| Greer Childs | Character in the novel "The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley" by Hannah Tinti |
| Greer Thornton | Character in the TV series "Reign" |
| Greer Danville | Character in the TV series "90210" |
| Greer Santangelo | Character in the book series "Lucky Santangelo" by Jackie Collins |
| Greer Black | Character in the book "The Vicious Deep" by Zoraida Córdova |
| Greer Kadetsky | Character in the book "The Female Persuasion" by Meg Wolitzer |
| Greer Wilson | Character in the TV series "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" |
| Greer MacDonald | Character in the TV series "Reign" |
| Greer Latimore | Character in the TV series "Hit the Floor" |
| Greer O'Reilly | Character in the TV series "Degrassi - The Next Generation" |
| Greer Watson | Character in the Sherlock Holmes pastiche stories by ACD |
| Greer Galloway | Character in the book "Greer's Corner" by Meg Muldoon |
| Greer Nelson | Character in Marvel Comics, also known as "Tigra" |