Grady vs Ellis

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

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Popularity Comparison

Grady Rank #371
Ellis Rank #273

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grady or Ellis more popular?

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

What do Grady and Ellis mean?

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

Are Grady and Ellis boy or girl names?

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

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