Eric vs Grant

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#252
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rick, Rico

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Eric Rank #252
Grant Rank #241

Grant is more popular, ranked #241 vs #252 for Eric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eric ___

  • Eric James
  • Eric Thomas
  • Eric William
  • Eric Alexander
  • Eric Charles
  • Eric David

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 Eric

Kevin Brian Karen Lisa Mark

If you choose Grant

Reid Blake Claire Sloane Brooks

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eric or Grant more popular?

Grant is more popular, ranked #241 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Eric and Grant mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin).

Are Eric and Grant boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Grant is primarily a boy name.

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