Declining since 2020, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Grae since 1992
Babies named Grae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 21 |
| 2000s | 11 | 13 |
| 2010s | 96 | 58 |
| 2020s | 45 | 78 |
Meaning & origin
Grae is a modern, unisex name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1992. It reached its peak popularity in 2020, when it ranked highest among all years of recorded use. As of 2025, it ranks 7,679th, with approximately 1 in every 170,808 newborns named Grae. The name has been on a downward trajectory since its 2020 peak, reflecting a typical pattern for trendy respellings. Despite its recent decline, Grae remains a concise, one-syllable option that appeals to parents seeking a contemporary twist on the classic Gray or Grey. Its top states are not recorded, indicating it is not strongly associated with any particular region.
Grae is a contemporary spelling variation of the English surname Gray, which itself originated as a nickname for someone with gray hair or a gray beard. The name entered use as a given name in the late 20th century, gaining modest popularity in the 1990s and peaking in 2020. It is used for both boys and girls, though slightly more common for girls in recent years.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Grae
Names that share Grae's style, for a brother or sister.
