Brandon vs Grant

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Gra, Gry, Grie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Brandon Rank #230
Grant Rank #241

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #241 for Grant.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brandon ___

  • Brandon James
  • Brandon Lee
  • Brandon Scott
  • Brandon Michael
  • Brandon Tyler
  • Brandon Cole

Grant ___

  • Grant Thomas
  • Grant William
  • Grant Alexander
  • Grant James
  • Grant Edward
  • Grant Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Brandon

Tyler Taylor Jordan Ashley Cody

If you choose Grant

Reid Blake Claire Sloane Brooks

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brandon or Grant more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Grant mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin).

Are Brandon and Grant boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Grant is primarily a boy name.

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