Ellis vs Grady

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellis

Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,250
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ellis Rank #273
Grady Rank #371

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #371 for Grady.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellis or Grady more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Grady at #371 in the United States.

What do Ellis and Grady mean?

Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin). Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ellis and Grady boy or girl names?

Ellis is primarily a boy name. Grady is primarily a boy name.

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