Grant
GRANT
Popularity
#241
Letters
5
Syllables
1
Origin
Scottish
Total Births
135,103
Peak Year
#3,315 in 1997
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Grant is a Scottish and English surname turned first name, derived from the French *grand*, meaning 'large' or 'great'.
Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Grant Hill
American former professional basketball player.
Cary Grant
British-American actor.
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