Grover Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Grover originates from the Old English word 'grofa,' meaning a person who lives near a grove. It has evolved through various forms, including Grove and Grofa, and is associated with historical figures such as Grover Cleveland. While it carries traits of stability and charm, it has biblical relevance of 'N/A.' The name gained popularity in the 19th century and continues to be recognized today.
The name Grover is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Grover has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Grover' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 218th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 305th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 488th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 888th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2302nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5864th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4302nd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5003rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7165th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Grover' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Grover"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡroʊvər/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Grover is derived from the Old English word 'grofa,' which means 'a person who lives near a grove or thicket.' It was originally used as a surname before transitioning into a given name.
Meaning
a person who lives near a grove
Language Evolution
Old English: Grofa, Middle English: Grove, Modern English: Grover
Historical Usage
Grover gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the 19th century, particularly as a result of the fame of Grover Cleveland, the 22nd and 24th President of the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Grove, Grov, Grovie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Grover is perceived as an old-fashioned yet charming name, often associated with a sense of stability and warmth. It has seen a revival in some circles but remains less common than many contemporary names.
Famous People
Grover Cleveland - the 22nd and 24th President of the United States, Grover Norquist - American political activist, Grover Washington Jr. - American jazz saxophonist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Grover"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Grover"
"Grover" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 218th of 7545 | 9,372 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 305th of 6773 | 6,209 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 488th of 7552 | 4,507 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 888th of 10718 | 1,326 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2302nd of 16616 | 450 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5864th of 24088 | 207 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4302nd of 23106 | 284 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5003rd of 9107 | 52 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7165th of 9204 | 16 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Grover" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
20.69% 293rd/1416 |
26.90% 371st/1379 |
6.00% 142nd/2366 |
40.28% 460th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
24.06% 372nd/1546 |
28.60% 445th/1556 |
9.43% 222nd/2353 |
37.30% 577th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
24.97% 556th/2227 |
25.84% 628th/2430 |
13.11% 374th/2853 |
27.03% 750th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
32.28% 948th/2937 |
42.38% 1476th/3483 |
20.35% 716th/3518 |
37.24% 1506th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
51.02% 1880th/3685 |
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59.30% 3080th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Grover" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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94.89% 2245th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Grover"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Grover" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.