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Rory vs Grady

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Rory Rank #226
Grady Rank #371

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 vs #371 for Grady.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rory or Grady more popular?

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 compared to Grady at #371 in the United States.

What do Rory and Grady mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Rory and Grady boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Grady is primarily a boy name.

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