Holding steady.
Popularity of Grove since 1883
Babies named Grove per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Grove's real moment was 1883.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 0 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 15 |
| 1920s | 43 |
| 1930s | 14 |
| 1940s | 30 |
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Grove is a rare given name with English origins, derived from the Old English word 'graf' meaning a grove or thicket. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1883, which also marks its peak year, though it never achieved widespread popularity. The name has remained extremely uncommon, with no recorded births in most recent years, reflecting its stable trajectory. Unlike nature-themed names like Forrest or Hazel, Grove has not seen a revival; its usage is largely confined to the 1880s. As a word name, it evokes imagery of woodland settings. Given its rarity and lack of top state associations, Grove remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an obscure, nature-inspired name.
Grove is from the Old English word 'graf', meaning a grove or thicket. It originated as a topographic surname for someone who lived near a grove, and later was adopted as a given name, especially in the 19th century. Its use as a first name peaked in the 1880s and has rarely been used since.
Sibling names for Grove
Names that share Grove's style, for a brother or sister.
