Gracie
Gracie is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Grace, favor, or blessing.
Origin and history
Gracie originated as a diminutive of the classic English name Grace, which stems from the Latin 'gratia'. Originally used primarily as an affectionate nickname, it gained widespread standing as an independent given name. In the United States, it enjoys enduring popularity as a charming, vintage choice.
Popularity in the United States
84,121 babies in the United States have been named Gracie since 1880. It ranks #427 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #230.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.4 %)
- CA (5.9 %)
- NC (5.2 %)
- TN (5 %)
- GA (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 386 |
| 1890-1900 | 929 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,637 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,543 |
| 1920-1930 | 5,160 |
| 1930-1940 | 4,362 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,873 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,297 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,106 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,006 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,052 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,417 |
| 2000-2010 | 27,488 |
| 2010-2019 | 19,109 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,756 |
Famous people named Gracie
- Gracie Allen: Actress, Comedian
- Gracie Fields: Actress, Singer
- Gracie Gold: Figure Skater, Athlete
Fun facts
- Comedian Gracie Allen brought immense national popularity to the name in the mid-20th century as part of the comedy duo Burns and Allen.
- While originally just a pet form of Grace, Gracie has consistently ranked as an independent registered given name in the U.S. since 1880.