Jordan vs Grant

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jordan

Boy #104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to flow down, descend"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#104
Total SSA Count
3,326
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Grant

Boy #241 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"large, great"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#241
Total SSA Count
1,453
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jordan Rank #104
Grant Rank #241

Jordan is more popular, ranked #104 vs #241 for Grant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jordan or Grant more popular?

Jordan is more popular, ranked #104 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Jordan and Grant mean?

Jordan means "to flow down, descend" (Hebrew origin). Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin).

Are Jordan and Grant boy or girl names?

Jordan is primarily a boy name. Grant is primarily a boy name.

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