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Grady vs Jake

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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Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#423
Total SSA Count
743
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Grady Rank #371
Jake Rank #423

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grady or Jake more popular?

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Grady and Jake mean?

Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Grady and Jake boy or girl names?

Grady is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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