Graeme Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Graeme originates from Scottish roots, meaning 'gravelly homestead.' It evolved from the Old English surname 'Grame' and has historical ties to Scottish nobility. The name is characterized by its classic appeal and is often associated with Scottish heritage. There are no direct biblical connections. Notable individuals with this name include Graeme Souness and Graeme McDowell.
The name Graeme is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. From 2020-2022, Graeme has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Graeme' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5062nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3943rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2987th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2175th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1935th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1806th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Graeme' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Graeme"
Pronunciation
/ɡreɪm/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
The name Graeme is derived from the Old English surname 'Grame' or 'Graham,' which referred to a gravelly homestead or a place with gravel.
Meaning
gravelly homestead
Language Evolution
Grame, Graham
Historical Usage
Graeme gained popularity in Scotland during the Middle Ages, particularly among the Scottish nobility.
Variants & Derivatives
Graham, Gray, Graeme
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Graeme is perceived as a traditional and classic name, often associated with Scottish heritage.
Famous People
Graeme Souness, Graeme McDowell, Graeme Base
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Graeme"
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 "Graeme"
"Graeme" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5062nd of 6773 | 23 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3943rd of 7552 | 73 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2987th of 10718 | 184 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2175th of 16616 | 489 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1935th of 24088 | 1,037 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1806th of 23106 | 1,043 |
Regional Popularity of "Graeme" 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) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- |
29.32% 1852nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
34.40% 1576th/4582 |
38.54% 1990th/5164 |
37.84% 2767th/7313 |
30.67% 2289th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
33.51% 1335th/3984 |
36.08% 1619th/4487 |
27.31% 1863rd/6822 |
40.04% 2513th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Graeme" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Graeme"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Graeme" 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.