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Grady

GRAY-dee

Popularity

#12578

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Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Irish

Total Births

52,350

Peak Year

#1,203 in 2008

First Recorded

1887

Style

Vintage

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Grady is an Irish surname turned given name, derived from 'Ó Grádaigh,' meaning 'descendant of Grádaigh.' The personal name Grádaigh means 'noble' or 'illustrious.'

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Grady Sizemore

    American former professional baseball player.

  • Grady Tate

    American jazz drummer and vocalist.

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

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