Gracelynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gracelynn is an American name derived from the Latin 'gratia,' meaning grace or favor, combined with the suffix '-lynn.' It has evolved from the name Grace and its variants. The name conveys traits of elegance and charm, and it has gained popularity in recent decades, although it has no biblical background.
The name Gracelynn 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, Gracelynn has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Gracelynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1378th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 373rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gracelynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gracelynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡreɪs.lɪn/
Origin
American
Etymology
Gracelynn is a modern name that is a combination of the name 'Grace,' which derives from the Latin 'gratia' meaning 'grace' or 'favor,' and the suffix '-lynn,' which is of uncertain origin but often associated with water or lakes in names.
Meaning
graceful, favor
Language Evolution
Grace, Gracelyn, Gracelynn
Historical Usage
Gracelynn gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as part of the trend of combining traditional names with modern suffixes.
Variants & Derivatives
Grace, Gracelyn, Gracie
Modern Popularity & Image
Gracelynn is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and charm.
Famous People
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gracelynn"
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 "Gracelynn"
"Gracelynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1378th of 35406 | 2,471 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 373rd of 30306 | 10,073 |
Regional Popularity of "Gracelynn" 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 "Gracelynn" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.45% 937th/4582 |
49.07% 2534th/5164 |
16.52% 1208th/7313 |
23.89% 1783rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
6.55% 261st/3984 |
15.62% 701st/4487 |
4.62% 315th/6822 |
10.48% 658th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gracelynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gracelynn" 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.