Declining since 2004, #4,987 for girls today.
Popularity of Gracey since 1918
Babies named Gracey per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 16 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 8 |
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 150 |
| 2000s | 1,455 |
| 2010s | 752 |
| 2020s | 182 |
Meaning & origin
Gracey is a modern, affectionate spin on the classic Grace, sharing its meaning of 'favor' or 'blessing'. First recorded in the U.S. in 1918, Gracey has remained a relatively rare choice. Its peak popularity came in 2005, when it ranked higher than at any other time, though it has been declining in use since 2004. As of 2025, Gracey ranks 4,987th, with roughly 1 in 61,818 girls receiving the name that year. The name has not been concentrated in any particular U.S. state. Gracey's appeal lies in its sweet, diminutive feel, similar to more popular names like Gracie, but with a distinctive spelling.
Gracey is a modern variant of Gracie, itself a pet form of Grace. The name Grace entered English from the Latin 'gratia', meaning 'favor' or 'thanks', and was used as a virtue name by Puritans in the 17th century. The suffix -y (or -ie) creates a familiar, affectionate form. Gracey saw modest use in the early 20th century, with first recorded appearance in 1918, and experienced a small peak in 2005, likely influenced by the similar-sounding Gracie.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gracie
Sibling names for Gracey
Names that share Gracey's style, for a brother or sister.
