Grady vs Jake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Gray, Grade

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Grady Rank #371
Jake Rank #423

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 vs #423 for Jake.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Grady ___

  • Grady James
  • Grady Lee
  • Grady Scott
  • Grady Allen
  • Grady Thomas
  • Grady Patrick

Jake ___

  • Jake Thomas
  • Jake Alexander
  • Jake Michael
  • Jake William
  • Jake Henry
  • Jake Robert

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Grady

Brady Cody Hadley Finley Riley

If you choose Jake

Jack Luke Max Emma Sophie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grady or Jake more popular?

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Grady and Jake mean?

Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Grady and Jake boy or girl names?

Grady is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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