Holding steady.
Popularity of Gricel since 1960
Babies named Gricel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 50 |
| 1970s | 45 |
| 1980s | 136 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gricel is a rare American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1960. It reached its peak popularity in 1984, the year it was given to the most babies, but it has never been common enough to rank in the national top 1000. The name's trajectory has been stable since the 1980s, maintaining a low but consistent level of use. Its origins are unclear, but it likely represents a creative respelling or blending of names like Griselda or Gracie. Gricel's rarity and modern sound make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with a familiar feel.
Gricel appears to be a modern American coinage, likely a blend or respelling of names like Griselda or Gracie. It first recorded in the U.S. in 1960 and saw peak usage in 1984. The name has remained stable in usage since the 1980s but never entered the top 1000, remaining a rare choice.
Sibling names for Gricel
Names that share Gricel's style, for a brother or sister.
