Grim

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Pronounced GRIM /ˈɡrɪm/High

Meaning: From the Old Norse grimr, 'a masked/hooded one; fierce'; also a byname of the god Odin (the disguised wanderer); we note the godLow

In 30 seconds: A masked one; fierce: Grim is Old Norse. Bold, classic, and warm (said 'GRIM'). We note the god.

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Origin LowNorse

MeaningFrom the Old Norse grimr, 'a masked/hooded one; fierce'; also a byname of the god Odin (the disguised wanderer); we note the god

U.S. rank (2025)#12686 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 34

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Grim comes from the Old Norse grimr, 'a masked/hooded one; fierce'; also a byname of the god Odin (the disguised wanderer; we note the god). A bold, classic name (said 'GRIM').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely, boosted by Norse themes. Rare, a-masked-one at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Grim means 'a masked/hooded one; fierce' in Old Norse — also a byname of the god Odin (the disguised wanderer) — a bold, storied name (we note the god; said 'GRIM').

Overall data confidence 28%

References — Grim — Old Norse; mythology

Variations

GrimrGrimm

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Grim mean?

Grim is Old Norse for 'a masked/hooded one; fierce'; also a byname of the god Odin. We note the god.

How do you pronounce Grim?

It's said GRIM /ˈɡrɪm/ — one syllable.

Is Grim a boy or girl name?

Grim is a boy's name.

How popular is Grim?

Grim is a very rare name in the U.S.