Girl · 373rd of 30,306
Gracelynn
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
12,550
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2020
Peak Popularity Year
1,031
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Gracelynn stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
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.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
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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Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,031 peak births in 2020
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Indiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 8 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |