Grant vs Oliver

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

Grant Rank #241
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #241 for Grant.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Grant ___

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

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Grant

Reid Blake Claire Sloane Brooks

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grant or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Grant and Oliver mean?

Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Grant and Oliver boy or girl names?

Grant is primarily a boy name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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