Grace Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationgrays / /ɡreɪs/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: favor; elegance; English: gracefulness
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Grace has its roots in the Latin word 'gratia', which means favor or charm. It has been used in Christian contexts, particularly associated with divine grace. The name has been popular in English-speaking countries since the 17th century. It is often used for both girls and boys, though it is more commonly given to girls.
Trend Summary
The name Grace has consistently ranked among the top names for girls in the United States, while its use for boys remains rare.
Similar Names
Variants
- Grayson
- Gracie
International Variants
- Gracia (Spanish)
- Graça (Portuguese)
- Graziella (Italian)
Famous people named Grace
Grace Hopper was a pioneering computer scientist known for developing the first compiler for a computer programming language.
Grace Kelly was an American actress who became Princess of Monaco after her marriage to Prince Rainier III.
Grace Jones is a Jamaican-American singer, model, and actress known for her distinctive style and contributions to music and fashion.
Grace Paley was an American short story writer, poet, and political activist recognized for her contributions to literature.
Fictional characters named Grace
Grace Adler is a character from the television show 'Will & Grace', known for her career as an interior designer.
Grace, the character in the 'The Secret Garden', is a maid who assists in the care of the garden and the children.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Grace was first seen in the United States in 1880. Grace has ranked as high as #1302 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Kentucky, District of Columbia, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Grace has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Grace (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1884 | 10 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1886 | 12 |
| 1888 | 10 |
| 1890 | 11 |
| 1891 | 11 |
| 1892 | 13 |
| 1893 | 10 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1895 | 9 |
| 1896 | 11 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 15 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 13 |
| 1906 | 10 |
| 1907 | 12 |
| 1908 | 17 |
| 1909 | 11 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 13 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 21 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 19 |
| 1916 | 24 |
| 1917 | 16 |
| 1918 | 22 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 21 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 26 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 22 |
| 1927 | 27 |
| 1928 | 23 |
| 1929 | 30 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 18 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 17 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 23 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 7 |