Grant
How to say it: GRANT · /ˈɡrænt/
From a Norman surname derived from Old French 'grand' meaning 'great, tall'. A long-standing Scottish clan name.
Grant was the 246th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 1,555 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2000s, its births are down about 34% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #297 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #246 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 1,555 |
| Share of births | 1 in 2,132 |
| Peak decade | 2000s |
| Change over 10 years | −34% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #297 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Grant reached a height in the 2000s and remains close to that level today. A mild retreat looks probable ahead.
What goes with it
Single and crisp with a strong presence, Grant sounds solid. Graham shares its restrained style.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Grant is about 1 in 89.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, French.
Famous people named Grant
- Grant Gustin (born 1990)American actor and singer
- Grant Holloway (born 1997)American athlete
- Grant Hill (born 1972)American basketball player
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