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Grady vs Edward

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grady

Boy #371 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, illustrious"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#371
Total SSA Count
882
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#228
Total SSA Count
1,584
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Grady Rank #371
Edward Rank #228

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 vs #371 for Grady.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grady or Edward more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Grady at #371 in the United States.

What do Grady and Edward mean?

Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin). Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin).

Are Grady and Edward boy or girl names?

Grady is primarily a boy name. Edward is primarily a boy name.

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