Grover
Grover is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Lives near a grove of trees.
Origin and history
Grover is an English topographic name originally denoting someone who lived near a grove of trees. It achieved notable popularity in the late 19th century due to U.S. President Grover Cleveland. Although less common in modern times, it remains a recognized classic American name.
Popularity in the United States
27,113 babies in the United States have been named Grover since 1880. It ranks #711 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1781.
States where it is most popular
- NC (11.3 %)
- GA (8.3 %)
- AL (8.2 %)
- TX (6.8 %)
- VA (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 3,184 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,498 |
| 1900-1910 | 626 |
| 1910-1920 | 4,112 |
| 1920-1930 | 5,592 |
| 1930-1940 | 3,397 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,140 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,478 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,352 |
| 1970-1980 | 723 |
| 1980-1990 | 375 |
| 1990-2000 | 163 |
| 2000-2010 | 130 |
| 2010-2019 | 197 |
| 2020-2029 | 146 |
Famous people named Grover
- Grover Cleveland: President, Politician
- Grover Washington Jr.: Musician, Saxophonist
Fun facts
- The name saw a dramatic surge in popularity in the United States following the election of Grover Cleveland in 1884.
- It gained widespread contemporary recognition through the friendly furry blue character on Sesame Street.