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Grant vs Cole

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cole

Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#162
Total SSA Count
2,219
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Grant Rank #241
Cole Rank #162

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 vs #241 for Grant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grant or Cole more popular?

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Grant and Cole mean?

Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are Grant and Cole boy or girl names?

Grant is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.

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