Declining since 1998, #1,833 for girls today.
Popularity of Graciela since 1916
Babies named Graciela per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 16 |
| 1920s | 153 |
| 1930s | 331 |
| 1940s | 782 |
| 1950s | 1,752 |
| 1960s | 2,065 |
| 1970s | 2,181 |
| 1980s | 1,810 |
| 1990s | 2,676 |
| 2000s | 2,593 |
| 2010s | 1,336 |
| 2020s | 620 |
Meaning & origin
Graciela is the Spanish form of Grace, rooted in the Latin gratia. It has been used in the United States since 1916, with its peak popularity occurring in 1998. Since then, its usage has been gradually declining, yet it remains a recognizable name, especially in states like Arizona, California, and Texas. The name carries a strong cultural resonance in Hispanic communities and offers a melodic alternative to the more common Grace.
Graciela is the Spanish feminine form of the Latin name Gratia, which means 'grace' or 'favor'. It is also a variant of Grace, introduced to Spain through Latin influence. The name has been used in Spanish-speaking countries for centuries, often in honor of the Christian concept of divine grace.
Where Graciela is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Graciela” around the world
Where Graciela lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Grace, Chela, Graci, Ela
Sibling names for Graciela
Names that share Graciela's style, for a brother or sister.
