Grecia
Grecia is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Greece or land of the Greeks.
Origin and history
Grecia is the Spanish name for the country of Greece, ultimately derived from the Latin Graecia. It has gained popularity in the United States in recent decades, particularly within Spanish-speaking and Latino communities. The name carries a classical, geographical elegance while remaining modern in usage.
Popularity in the United States
6,318 babies in the United States have been named Grecia since 1880. It ranks #2142 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1162.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.2 %)
- TX (37.3 %)
- AZ (8.2 %)
- IL (3.5 %)
- FL (2.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 17 |
| 1980-1990 | 545 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,253 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,838 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,585 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,080 |
Famous people named Grecia
- Grecia Colmenares: Actress
Fun facts
- It is the direct Spanish word for the nation of Greece, following the trend of using country and city names as given names.
- The name has seen steady use in the United States over recent decades, climbing higher in the birth charts since 2000.