Traci Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Traci has Latin origins, meaning 'to hunt'. It evolved from the Latin 'Therasia' and has passed through various forms, including Tracy. The name is associated with fun-loving traits and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Traci is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest 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, Traci 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, 'Traci' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6502nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3316th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7696th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22675th out of 24088 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8498th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 476th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 141st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 418th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2768th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8437th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Traci' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Traci"
Pronunciation
/ˈtreɪsi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Traci is derived from the Latin name 'Therasia', which is a feminine form of the name 'Therasios'. The name is believed to be related to the ancient Greek 'théras', meaning 'to hunt'.
Meaning
to hunt
Language Evolution
Therasia, Therasios, Tracy, Traci
Historical Usage
The name Traci gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s, as a variant of the name Tracy.
Variants & Derivatives
Tracy, Tracey, Traci, Tracie
Modern Popularity & Image
Traci is often perceived as a modern and youthful name, associated with personality traits such as fun-loving and outgoing. It remains somewhat popular in various forms.
Famous People
Traci Lords, an American actress and singer., Traci Bingham, an American actress and model., Traci Hines, an American singer and actress.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Traci"
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 "Traci"
"Traci" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6502nd of 7552 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3316th of 10718 | 152 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7696th of 16616 | 64 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22675th of 24088 | 6 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8498th of 9204 | 7 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 476th of 12526 | 7,003 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 141st of 19264 | 34,676 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 418th of 27321 | 9,391 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2768th of 35406 | 942 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8437th of 30306 | 153 |
Regional Popularity of "Traci" 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 "Traci" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
18.81% 419th/2227 |
23.42% 569th/2430 |
18.68% 533rd/2853 |
13.12% 364th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
4.39% 129th/2937 |
5.57% 194th/3483 |
4.29% 151st/3518 |
3.34% 135th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
8.87% 327th/3685 |
13.21% 591st/4475 |
7.12% 370th/5194 |
7.93% 501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
66.96% 3068th/4582 |
74.90% 3868th/5164 |
32.30% 2362nd/7313 |
52.63% 3928th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Traci"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Traci" 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.