Gracie
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
82,793 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2007 Peak Popularity Year
3,485 Peak Births

Gracie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Gracie is a diminutive of the Latin name Grace, meaning grace or favor. It has evolved through various languages and became popular in English-speaking countries in the 19th century. The name is associated with charm and kindness, but it does not have direct biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gracie"

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Pronunciation

/ˈɡreɪsi/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

Gracie is a diminutive form of the name Grace, which derives from the Latin word 'gratia' meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.

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Meaning

grace, favor

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Language Evolution

Gratia (Latin), Gracia (Spanish), Grace (English)

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Historical Usage

Gracie gained popularity as a given name in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a stylish and affectionate form of Grace.

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Variants & Derivatives

Grace, Gracy, Gracelyn

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Gracie is perceived as a charming and playful name, often associated with kindness and beauty.

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Famous People

Gracie Allen, an American actress and comedian, Gracie Gold, an American figure skater, Gracie Fields, a British actress and singer

📊 Gracie Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Gracie Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 3,485 peak births in 2007

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Arkansas

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Gracie" - Complete Guide (15 Names)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gracie"

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 "Gracie"

"Gracie" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 6320th of 7545 12
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 14707th of 24088 33
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 284th of 9107 9,220
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 315th of 9204 7,761
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 520th of 12526 6,053
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 1038th of 19264 1,905
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 1325th of 27321 1,860
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 152nd of 35406 35,682
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 195th of 30306 18,794

Regional Popularity of "Gracie" 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)
- - 53.40%
3905th/7313
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Gracie" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
47.10%
667th/1416
100.00%
1379th/1379
7.40%
175th/2366
100.00%
1142nd/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
40.23%
622nd/1546
72.88%
1134th/1556
9.09%
214th/2353
38.85%
601st/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
45.44%
1012th/2227
55.76%
1355th/2430
11.67%
333rd/2853
22.74%
631st/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
61.83%
1816th/2937
66.75%
2325th/3483
20.61%
725th/3518
27.23%
1101st/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
49.93%
1840th/3685
74.32%
3326th/4475
20.22%
1050th/5194
21.66%
1368th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
2.64%
121st/4582
5.93%
306th/5164
1.53%
112th/7313
2.73%
204th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
4.09%
163rd/3984
7.02%
315th/4487
2.61%
178th/6822
3.23%
203rd/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Gracie"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Gracie" 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.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Gracie" in the United States

The name Gracie is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Gracie has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gracie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6320th out of 7545 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14707th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 284th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 315th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 520th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1038th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1325th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 152nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 195th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gracie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Gracie name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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