GRANT
The meaning of the unisex name Grant is GREAT.
Details on GRANT:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Great
- Popularity for Boy:
- 452nd in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 30,166th in the USA (bottom 45%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
1,453 births
GRANT as a BOY in 2024
5 births
GRANT as a GIRL in 2019
The meaning(s) of GRANT:
The name Grant is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Grant is: Great.
The name Grant is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Grant is: Great.
The name Grant is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Grant is: Bestow' or 'great; tall.' The American General and president Ulysses S. Grant. Surname.
The name Grant is a Scottish baby name. In Scottish the meaning of the name Grant is: Originally a Scottish surname derived from the French 'grand', meaning tall or great. Now common both as a surname and given name. Famous bearer: American President Ulysses S. Grant.
USA SSA birth(s) for GRANT:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name GRANT
GRANT as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1453 births |
| 2023 | 1541 births |
| 2022 | 1672 births |
| 2021 | 1789 births |
| 2020 | 1771 births |
| 2019 | 1982 births |
| 2018 | 2167 births |
| 2017 | 2279 births |
| 2016 | 2348 births |
| 2015 | 2357 births |
| 2014 | 2641 births |
| 2013 | 2419 births |
| 2012 | 2467 births |
| 2011 | 2540 births |
| 2010 | 2537 births |
| 2009 | 2727 births |
GRANT as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 births |
| 2014 | 8 births |
| 2009 | 7 births |
| 2006 | 8 births |
| 2005 | 6 births |
| 2004 | 11 births |
| 2001 | 5 births |
| 1998 | 5 births |
| 1995 | 5 births |
| 1992 | 8 births |
| 1991 | 6 births |
| 1990 | 5 births |
| 1988 | 10 births |
| 1987 | 7 births |
| 1986 | 14 births |
| 1985 | 10 births |
About the name GRANT
Grant, a name with roots that stretch back to the Old French word *gran*, meaning "great" or "large," carries a sense of strength and generosity. It embodies the spirit of giving and kindness, making it a fitting choice for those who wish to inspire a sense of purpose and compassion in their child. Popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, Grant has also found a place in Scottish heritage, where it often symbolizes a noble lineage. The name evokes images of wide-open landscapes and enduring traditions, resonating with the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands or the serene charm of pastoral English countrysides. In contemporary times, Grant has been embraced across various cultures, offering a timeless quality that transcends borders. With its strong consonants and gentle vowels, the name carries an air of confidence and warmth, making it an inviting choice for parents seeking a name that balances tradition with a modern touch.
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