Grady
Boy nameGrady has been given to 53,215 babies in the U.S. since 1887. It peaked in 2008 and currently ranks #373 for boys (2025).
Meaning & origin /ˈɡɹeɪdi/
From the Irish surname, from Ó Grádaigh (see O'Grady) or Mag Bhrádaigh (see McGrady).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Hover or tap the chart to read any year.
Total babies
53,215
Peak year
2008 (1,203 babies)
Rank in 2025
#373 for boys
First recorded
1887
10-year trend
▼ -10%
Gender split
1% girls / 99% boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Grady.
Get new name insights first
Occasional updates when we add new data & tools. No spam, unsubscribe anytime by replying to any email or writing to hello@zalize.com.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy. We store only your email address and the date you signed up.