Grantham
Pronunciation: [ gr-ANTH-uhm ]
Grantham is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,183 in the US, popular nicknames include Gra, Gry, and Graie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Grantham first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 221 babies have been named Grantham in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Grantham is past its peak , currently ranked #19,183 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,183
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Grantham
Grantham is a boy name .
Grantham is currently ranked #19,183 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Grantham include Gra, Gry, Graie, and Granie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Grantham include Grant, Granger . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis