Declining since 2021, #1,634 for boys today.
Popularity of Granger since 1912
Babies named Granger per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 20 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 23 |
| 1960s | 60 |
| 1970s | 32 |
| 1980s | 34 |
| 1990s | 69 |
| 2000s | 105 |
| 2010s | 724 |
| 2020s | 1,069 |
Meaning & origin
Granger is an English occupational surname that has transitioned into use as a given name, primarily for boys. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1912, but its popularity has grown significantly in recent decades. The name reached its peak rank in 2021, and while it has been gradually declining in use since then, it remains a distinctive choice. In 2025, Granger ranked 1,634th, with approximately 1 in every 16,583 newborn boys receiving the name. Geographically, it is most common in Missouri, Indiana, and Georgia. The name carries a straightforward, rural charm that appeals to parents seeking a sturdy, surname-inspired first name.
Granger is an English surname turned given name, derived from Old French 'grangier' meaning 'farmer' or 'granary keeper' (from Latin 'granarium', a storehouse for grain). Originally an occupational name for a person in charge of a granary or a farm bailiff. It began to see occasional use as a first name in the late 19th century, with a notable uptick after the 2012 popularity of the character Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter film series.
Where Granger is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gray, Grange
Sibling names for Granger
Names that share Granger's style, for a brother or sister.
