Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tracee has its origin in Latin, meaning 'to draw or pull'. It evolved from the Old French name Tracy and became popular in modern English. The name is associated with traits of creativity and uniqueness, while it does not have any biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈtreɪsi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Tracee is derived from the Latin word 'tractus', meaning 'to pull' or 'to draw'. It is also believed to be a feminine variation of the name Tracy, which originally comes from a surname derived from a place name in France.
Meaning
to draw or pull
Language Evolution
Tracy (Old French), Tracey (Middle English), Tracee (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Tracee gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s, as a trendy and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Tracy, Tracey
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tracee is perceived as a unique and modern name that embodies creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Tracee Ellis Ross - American actress and producer, Tracee Chimo - American actress
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 313 peak births in 1973
Geographic Spread
Popular across 28 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 14347th of 16616 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1863rd of 12526 | 625 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1020th of 19264 | 1,950 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2511th of 27321 | 734 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12872nd of 35406 | 104 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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 by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.76% 1420th/2227 |
70.37% 1710th/2430 |
75.36% 2150th/2853 |
46.95% 1303rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
31.32% 920th/2937 |
36.52% 1272nd/3483 |
31.72% 1116th/3518 |
25.45% 1029th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
69.91% 2576th/3685 |
59.66% 2670th/4475 |
51.68% 2684th/5194 |
39.94% 2523rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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 in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in California across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14347th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1863rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1020th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2511th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12872nd out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.