Grady vs Holden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Holden

Boy #281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deep valley; hollow valley"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#281
Total SSA Count
1,205
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Grady Rank #371
Holden Rank #281

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 vs #371 for Grady.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grady or Holden more popular?

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 compared to Grady at #371 in the United States.

What do Grady and Holden mean?

Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin). Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin).

Are Grady and Holden boy or girl names?

Grady is primarily a boy name. Holden is primarily a boy name.

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