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Granville

GRAN-vil

Granville is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Granville is an English place name, derived from a Norman French surname meaning 'large town' or 'great estate'.”. It currently ranks #12896 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1918.

Letters9
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Granville Means

Granville is an English place name, derived from a Norman French surname meaning 'large town' or 'great estate'.

The Story of Granville

From the solid ground of English history, this name stands as a testament to strength and establishment, a distinguished inheritance for your son.

Granville is an English surname and place name, originating from Norman French. It derives from 'grand,' meaning 'large,' and 'ville,' meaning 'town,' thus signifying 'large town' or 'great estate.' This name traveled with Norman settlers and became associated with landed gentry and established families in England for centuries.

Imagine a name that feels as dependable as the earth beneath your feet. 'Granville' offers a sense of rootedness and reliability. When you write this name on your son's birth certificate, you are bestowing a legacy of traditional strength and quiet intelligence. It's a name that sounds solid and trustworthy, a foundation for his future.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Famous Namesakes

  • Granville T. Woods

    African-American inventor

Personality Traits

strongreliabletraditionalintelligent

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Peak Year

#148 in 1918

Total Births

5,496

First Recorded

1880

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