Grasiela Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: grah-SEE-eh-lah /ɡɾaˈsje.la/
Origin: Spanish; Portuguese
Meaning: Spanish: little grass; Portuguese: young shoot
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Grasiela is derived from the Latin name "Graciela," which itself is a diminutive form of "Gratia," meaning "grace" or "favor." The Latin "Gratia" has its roots in the earlier Latin word "gratus," meaning "pleasing" or "thankful." This etymological path reflects a transition from Latin to various Romance languages, including Spanish and Portuguese, where the name has been adopted and adapted. The introduction of the name into English occurred through cultural exchanges and migration patterns, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries when names from Latin-based languages gained popularity in English-speaking regions.
Historically, the name Graciela has been associated with various saints and religious figures, particularly in the context of Catholicism, where the concept of grace holds significant theological importance. The name's variants have appeared in significant religious texts and translations, contributing to its recognition.
The name Graciela can be traced back to the medieval period, when it began to be used in Spain and Latin America, reflecting the influence of Christian traditions and the veneration of saints associated with grace. Culturally, the name Grasiela embodies qualities of elegance and charm, resonating with the virtues of gracefulness and kindness.
It has been embraced in various artistic and literary contexts, often symbolizing beauty and virtue. The enduring appeal of the name can also be linked to its melodic sound and positive connotations, which have allowed it to persist across generations.
The name's association with grace has made it a favored choice in many cultures, reinforcing its significance in personal naming traditions.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Grasiela was first seen in the United States in 1954.
Grasiela has ranked as high as #1220 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Grasiela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Grasiela is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Grasiela was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Grasiela (1994)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Grasiela.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |