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The name Grant peaked for girls at #5170 in 1926. Grant is also used for boys, ranking #228 in 2025.

The name Grant is a boy's name of Scottish origin meaning "large".

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One-time beach-boy compadre of Glenn, Greg, and Gary that originated as a nickname for a tall person, Grant has become a no-nonsense, career-oriented grown-up and one that is seeing new appreciation.  It was chosen for his son by actor Morris Chestnut. It has cultural cred via artist Grant Wood, whose best known painting is 'American Gothic.' 

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The name Grant is currently ranked #228 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #115 in 1997. The name is most popular in New Hampshire, Wyoming, and Idaho. Grant is occasionally used for girls in 2019.

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