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Frank vs Grady

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frank

Boy #469 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"free man"

Origin: Germanic via Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#469
Total SSA Count
656
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Frank Rank #469
Grady Rank #371

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 vs #469 for Frank.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frank or Grady more popular?

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 compared to Frank at #469 in the United States.

What do Frank and Grady mean?

Frank means "free man" (Germanic via Latin origin). Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Frank and Grady boy or girl names?

Frank is primarily a boy name. Grady is primarily a boy name.

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