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Grover vs Townsend

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grover

Boy #4,167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grove dweller, one who lives near a grove"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,167
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Grover Rank #4,167
Townsend Rank #3,983

Townsend is more popular, ranked #3983 vs #4167 for Grover.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grover or Townsend more popular?

Townsend is more popular, ranked #3983 compared to Grover at #4167 in the United States.

What do Grover and Townsend mean?

Grover means "grove dweller, one who lives near a grove" (Old English origin). Townsend means "dweller at the edge of town" (Old English origin).

Are Grover and Townsend boy or girl names?

Grover is primarily a boy name. Townsend is primarily a boy name.

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