Graciela
Graciela is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Favor, grace, or blessing.
Origin and history
Graciela is a feminine name of Latin origin, serving as a Spanish and Italian elaboration of Grace. It derives from the Latin word 'gratia,' which means 'favor' or 'blessing.' In the United States, it has enjoyed steady usage as a classic alternative to Grace.
Popularity in the United States
16,315 babies in the United States have been named Graciela since 1880. It ranks #1201 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1485.
States where it is most popular
- TX (46.2 %)
- CA (35.2 %)
- IL (4.6 %)
- AZ (3.4 %)
- FL (2.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 16 |
| 1920-1930 | 153 |
| 1930-1940 | 331 |
| 1940-1950 | 782 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,752 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,065 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,181 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,810 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,676 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,593 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,336 |
| 2020-2029 | 620 |
Famous people named Graciela
- Graciela Daniele: Choreographer, Director
- Graciela Iturbide: Photographer
Nicknames
Chela, Grace, Gracie
Fun facts
- In Spanish-speaking cultures, Graciela frequently gives rise to the unique traditional diminutive Chela.
- The name shares its ultimate root with the English word 'grace' and the Italian name Graziella.