Grayce Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Grayce originates from the Latin word for grace, evolving through languages such as Old French and Middle English. It carries the meaning of grace and elegance, reflecting positive traits. While it does not have biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the 16th century as a virtue name. Today, Grayce is seen as a stylish and modern name with several variants.
The name Grayce is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. 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, Grayce 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, 'Grayce' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 721st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1579th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3504th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13184th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8195th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2567th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4284th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Grayce' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Grayce"
Pronunciation
/ɡreɪs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Grayce is derived from the Latin word 'gratia,' which means 'grace' or 'favor.' It has evolved through various languages and cultures, often associated with elegance and beauty.
Meaning
grace, elegance, favor
Language Evolution
Gratia (Latin), Gracia (Old French), Grace (Middle English), Grayce (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Grayce became popular in the English-speaking world during the 16th century as a virtue name, inspired by the word grace, which was valued in Christian teachings.
Variants & Derivatives
Grace, Gracie, Gracie Mae, Gracelyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Grayce is perceived as a modern and stylish variant of the classic name Grace, often associated with charm and sophistication.
Famous People
Grayce M. E. Houghton, American artist, Grayce A. H. Smith, American educator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Grayce"
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 "Grayce"
"Grayce" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 721st of 9107 | 1,780 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1579th of 9204 | 459 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3504th of 12526 | 223 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13184th of 19264 | 21 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8195th of 27321 | 134 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2567th of 35406 | 1,047 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4284th of 30306 | 402 |
Regional Popularity of "Grayce" 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 "Grayce" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
39.41% 558th/1416 |
36.48% 503rd/1379 |
85.97% 2034th/2366 |
61.38% 701st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
89.07% 1377th/1546 |
61.70% 960th/1556 |
- |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.59% 2272nd/4582 |
48.45% 2502nd/5164 |
49.84% 3645th/7313 |
57.67% 4304th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- | - |
91.95% 5771st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Grayce"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Grayce" 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.