Grit
Pronunciation: [ gr-IHT ]
Grit is a boy baby name. Ranked #18,881 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Grit first appeared in US Social Security records in 2021.
Over 11 babies have been named Grit in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Grit is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #18,881 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,881
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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