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Grady vs Ford

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ford

Boy #571 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"shallow river crossing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#571
Total SSA Count
504
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Grady Rank #371
Ford Rank #571

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 vs #571 for Ford.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grady or Ford more popular?

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 compared to Ford at #571 in the United States.

What do Grady and Ford mean?

Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin). Ford means "shallow river crossing" (Old English origin).

Are Grady and Ford boy or girl names?

Grady is primarily a boy name. Ford is primarily a boy name.

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