Boy name guide

Grant name meaning, origin and style

Grant name meaning: great; large. Explore its origin, pronunciation and related names below.

Origin
English and Scottish surname
Meaning
great; large
Say it
GRANT

Choosing Grant

A restrained one-syllable name that feels capable, traditional and quietly strong.

Popularity note

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.

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