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Granger
Pronounced GRAYN-jer /ˈɡreɪn.dʒər/Low
Meaning: Farmer, keeper of the granaryLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Granger derives from the Old French granier meaning granary or keeper of the grain store. As an English occupational surname it referred to a farm manager or granary worker. As a given name it has grown in the United States.
Granger is a rare but growing name, particularly in the American South and West. The Harry Potter surname connection gives it literary warmth while its agricultural meaning grounds it in honest hard work.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Hermione Granger (fictional)Protagonist of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, one of fiction's most beloved characters
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Frequently Asked
What does Granger mean?
Granger means farmer or keeper of the granary from Old French granier.
Is Granger related to Harry Potter?
Granger is the surname of Hermione Granger, one of the most beloved characters in fiction. As a first name it carries this literary connection.
How do you pronounce Granger?
Granger is pronounced GRAYN-jer with two syllables.
What names are similar to Granger?
Similar occupational names include Hunter, Parker, Sawyer, and Cooper.