Gracelyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gracelyn originates from Latin, meaning 'graceful' or 'favor'. The name evolved from Grace, incorporating a modern suffix. It reflects traits of elegance and charm, with no significant biblical relevance. It has become popular in recent decades, embraced for its contemporary sound.
The name Gracelyn is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gracelyn has been too falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gracelyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th 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 7754th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13377th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8418th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 838th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 371st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gracelyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gracelyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡreɪs.lɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Gracelyn is derived from the Latin word 'gratia', meaning 'grace'. It combines the concept of grace with the suffix '-lyn', which is a diminutive or affectionate form.
Meaning
graceful, favor
Language Evolution
Grace, Gracelyn
Historical Usage
Gracelyn gained popularity in the late 20th century and into the 21st century as a modern name for girls, often seen as a combination of traditional and contemporary naming trends.
Variants & Derivatives
Gracie, Grace, Lyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Gracelyn is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with charm and kindness. It has gained traction in various regions, particularly in the United States.
Famous People
Gracelyn O'Neill (fictional character in literature), Gracelyn K. Albrecht (notable figure in local community)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gracelyn"
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 "Gracelyn"
"Gracelyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7165th of 9204 | 16 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7754th of 12526 | 37 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13377th of 19264 | 20 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8418th of 27321 | 128 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 838th of 35406 | 4,840 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 371st of 30306 | 10,194 |
Regional Popularity of "Gracelyn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gracelyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.77% 631st/4582 |
29.98% 1548th/5164 |
9.72% 711th/7313 |
15.60% 1164th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
6.85% 273rd/3984 |
11.79% 529th/4487 |
4.79% 327th/6822 |
9.89% 621st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gracelyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gracelyn" 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.