Tracy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTRAY-see / /ˈtreɪ.si/English; Irish
Meaning
English: place of Thracius; Irish: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Tracy is derived from an English surname that originated from a place name. It has been used as a given name since the 20th century, primarily for boys and girls. The name gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. In Irish culture, it is associated with bravery and strength.
Trend Summary
Tracy has seen a decline in popularity as a baby name in the United States since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tracey
- Traci
International Variants
- Tracy (English)
- Tracy (Irish)
Famous people named Tracy
Tracy Morgan is an American comedian and actor known for his work on 'Saturday Night Live' and '30 Rock'.
Tracy Chapman is an American singer-songwriter famous for her hit songs like 'Fast Car' and 'Give Me One Reason'.
Tracy Ullman is a British-American actress, comedian, and singer known for her television series 'The Tracy Ullman Show'.
Tracy McGrady is a retired American professional basketball player who was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Fictional characters named Tracy
Tracy Turnblad is a character in the musical 'Hairspray', known for her passion for dance and body positivity.
Tracy Beaker is the protagonist in the children's book series by Jacqueline Wilson, known for her rebellious spirit and adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tracy was first seen in the United States in 1880. Tracy has ranked as high as #197 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, North Carolina, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Tracy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tracy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1882 | 9 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 11 |
| 1885 | 12 |
| 1886 | 14 |
| 1887 | 11 |
| 1888 | 10 |
| 1889 | 15 |
| 1890 | 16 |
| 1891 | 14 |
| 1892 | 15 |
| 1893 | 15 |
| 1894 | 12 |
| 1895 | 11 |
| 1896 | 11 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 9 |
| 1899 | 12 |
| 1900 | 13 |
| 1901 | 11 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1906 | 16 |
| 1907 | 13 |
| 1908 | 20 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 15 |
| 1911 | 17 |
| 1912 | 34 |
| 1913 | 44 |
| 1914 | 43 |
| 1915 | 49 |
| 1916 | 72 |
| 1917 | 83 |
| 1918 | 75 |
| 1919 | 65 |
| 1920 | 58 |
| 1921 | 65 |
| 1922 | 71 |
| 1923 | 63 |
| 1924 | 63 |
| 1925 | 70 |
| 1926 | 78 |
| 1927 | 80 |
| 1928 | 57 |
| 1929 | 55 |
| 1930 | 61 |
| 1931 | 65 |
| 1932 | 80 |
| 1933 | 64 |
| 1934 | 101 |
| 1935 | 84 |
| 1936 | 94 |
| 1937 | 87 |
| 1938 | 100 |
| 1939 | 110 |
| 1940 | 129 |
| 1941 | 136 |
| 1942 | 142 |
| 1943 | 148 |
| 1944 | 138 |
| 1945 | 150 |
| 1946 | 157 |
| 1947 | 184 |
| 1948 | 199 |
| 1949 | 246 |
| 1950 | 225 |
| 1951 | 290 |
| 1952 | 331 |
| 1953 | 327 |
| 1954 | 445 |
| 1955 | 526 |
| 1956 | 774 |
| 1957 | 1,156 |
| 1958 | 1,249 |
| 1959 | 1,451 |
| 1960 | 2,582 |
| 1961 | 3,186 |
| 1962 | 3,339 |
| 1963 | 2,927 |
| 1964 | 2,839 |
| 1965 | 2,931 |
| 1966 | 3,379 |
| 1967 | 3,170 |
| 1968 | 2,653 |
| 1969 | 2,170 |
| 1970 | 1,777 |
| 1971 | 2,076 |
| 1972 | 2,539 |
| 1973 | 2,043 |
| 1974 | 1,494 |
| 1975 | 1,050 |
| 1976 | 784 |
| 1977 | 681 |
| 1978 | 526 |
| 1979 | 450 |
| 1980 | 459 |
| 1981 | 405 |
| 1982 | 359 |
| 1983 | 326 |
| 1984 | 293 |
| 1985 | 348 |
| 1986 | 342 |
| 1987 | 317 |
| 1988 | 316 |
| 1989 | 370 |
| 1990 | 364 |
| 1991 | 356 |
| 1992 | 302 |
| 1993 | 296 |
| 1994 | 279 |
| 1995 | 273 |
| 1996 | 227 |
| 1997 | 233 |
| 1998 | 200 |
| 1999 | 189 |
| 2000 | 148 |
| 2001 | 142 |
| 2002 | 118 |
| 2003 | 145 |
| 2004 | 108 |
| 2005 | 87 |
| 2006 | 99 |
| 2007 | 102 |
| 2008 | 77 |
| 2009 | 71 |
| 2010 | 77 |
| 2011 | 71 |
| 2012 | 74 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 46 |
| 2015 | 72 |
| 2016 | 53 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 55 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 52 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 36 |