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Ari vs Grady

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ari

Boy #400 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#400
Total SSA Count
805
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ari Rank #400
Grady Rank #371

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 vs #400 for Ari.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ari or Grady more popular?

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 compared to Ari at #400 in the United States.

What do Ari and Grady mean?

Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin). Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ari and Grady boy or girl names?

Ari is primarily a boy name. Grady is primarily a boy name.

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