Graham Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGRAY-um / /ˈɡreɪ.əm/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: gravelly homestead; English: from the gravelly place
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Graham has Scottish roots, derived from a place name in Scotland. It became popular as a surname before transitioning into a given name. The name is associated with the Scottish clan Graham, which has a long history in the region. It has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Graham has seen a steady popularity in the United States, remaining a classic choice for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- Graeme
- Graham
International Variants
- Graham (English)
- Graeme (Scottish)
Famous people named Graham
Graham Greene was a renowned British author known for his novels exploring moral ambiguity.
Graham Norton is a popular Irish television presenter and comedian recognized for his talk show.
Graham Chapman was a British comedian and actor, best known as a member of Monty Python.
Graham Bell was a Scottish-born inventor credited with inventing the first practical telephone.
Fictional characters named Graham
Graham is a character in the video game 'The Wolf Among Us,' known for his role in the story.
Graham is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' often depicted in humorous situations.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Graham was first seen in the United States in 1881. Graham has ranked as high as #212 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, North Carolina, Texas, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Graham has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Graham (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 215 | |
OH | 159 | |
CA | 139 | |
IL | 124 | |
MI | 116 | |
NC | 108 | |
MN | 100 | |
IN | 94 | |
FL | 93 | |
NY | 93 | |
MO | 91 | |
WI | 88 | |
PA | 86 | |
UT | 83 | |
VA | 80 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1881 | 5 |
1882 | 7 |
1883 | 7 |
1884 | 6 |
1885 | 5 |
1886 | 7 |
1887 | 9 |
1888 | 8 |
1889 | 7 |
1890 | 5 |
1891 | 7 |
1892 | 13 |
1893 | 6 |
1894 | 12 |
1895 | 14 |
1897 | 7 |
1898 | 10 |
1899 | 5 |
1900 | 15 |
1902 | 8 |
1903 | 13 |
1904 | 12 |
1905 | 12 |
1906 | 12 |
1907 | 17 |
1908 | 18 |
1909 | 19 |
1910 | 26 |
1911 | 28 |
1912 | 48 |
1913 | 53 |
1914 | 68 |
1915 | 98 |
1916 | 109 |
1917 | 92 |
1918 | 85 |
1919 | 93 |
1920 | 108 |
1921 | 129 |
1922 | 105 |
1923 | 117 |
1924 | 90 |
1925 | 95 |
1926 | 101 |
1927 | 94 |
1928 | 117 |
1929 | 106 |
1930 | 102 |
1931 | 100 |
1932 | 113 |
1933 | 100 |
1934 | 110 |
1935 | 116 |
1936 | 95 |
1937 | 102 |
1938 | 112 |
1939 | 86 |
1940 | 86 |
1941 | 101 |
1942 | 100 |
1943 | 93 |
1944 | 99 |
1945 | 78 |
1946 | 100 |
1947 | 112 |
1948 | 93 |
1949 | 101 |
1950 | 97 |
1951 | 106 |
1952 | 93 |
1953 | 92 |
1954 | 92 |
1955 | 81 |
1956 | 96 |
1957 | 96 |
1958 | 107 |
1959 | 111 |
1960 | 94 |
1961 | 111 |
1962 | 108 |
1963 | 114 |
1964 | 99 |
1965 | 88 |
1966 | 103 |
1967 | 106 |
1968 | 110 |
1969 | 161 |
1970 | 175 |
1971 | 205 |
1972 | 194 |
1973 | 175 |
1974 | 186 |
1975 | 233 |
1976 | 248 |
1977 | 249 |
1978 | 298 |
1979 | 366 |
1980 | 445 |
1981 | 449 |
1982 | 474 |
1983 | 525 |
1984 | 518 |
1985 | 521 |
1986 | 564 |
1987 | 476 |
1988 | 488 |
1989 | 499 |
1990 | 587 |
1991 | 629 |
1992 | 571 |
1993 | 668 |
1994 | 589 |
1995 | 633 |
1996 | 577 |
1997 | 554 |
1998 | 600 |
1999 | 598 |
2000 | 618 |
2001 | 631 |
2002 | 619 |
2003 | 662 |
2004 | 617 |
2005 | 670 |
2006 | 649 |
2007 | 798 |
2008 | 1,031 |
2009 | 1,328 |
2010 | 1,189 |
2011 | 1,356 |
2012 | 1,715 |
2013 | 1,883 |
2014 | 2,039 |
2015 | 2,378 |
2016 | 2,247 |
2017 | 2,111 |
2018 | 2,174 |
2019 | 2,156 |
2020 | 2,095 |
2021 | 2,381 |
2022 | 2,400 |
2023 | 2,537 |
2024 | 2,789 |