Grant

At a Glance: Name: Grant – Meaning: nickname/surname meaning 'great, large' (of large stature) – Origin: English/Scottish (surname) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: GRANT

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Grant is an English and Scottish surname name, pronounced GRANT, that comes from a nickname meaning "great" or "large" — originally used for someone of large stature. It's stayed a familiar, steady choice for boys for well over a century, never feeling trendy or out of place. If you like names with a strong, one-syllable sound and a clear backstory, Grant delivers both.

Meaning & Origin of Grant

Meaning: Nickname/surname meaning 'great, large' (of large stature).

Origin: English/Scottish (surname).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Grant

Phonetic: GRANT   IPA: /ˈɡrænt/

Popularity of Grant

Grant hit its high point in 1997, when 3,315 baby boys were given the name and it ranked #115 nationally. It's settled since then, and in 2024 it ranked #241 with 1,453 boys named Grant.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Grant mean?

Nickname/surname meaning ‘great, large’ (of large stature). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Grant)

How do you pronounce Grant?

Grant is pronounced GRANT (IPA: /ˈɡrænt/).

Is Grant a popular name right now?

Grant peaked at #115 in 1997 and is ranked #241 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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