Gracey
Girl name · 9 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Gracey: 9 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2011.
Gracey is a charming variant of the classic Grace, which traces back to the Latin *gratia*, meaning “favour” or “thanks.” It shares its roots with the theological virtue of grace, giving it a gentle, gracious quality. While no globally famous historical figures bear the name Gracey, the related Grace has been worn by Hollywood legend Grace Kelly and Irish actress Grace O’Malley, the 16th-century pirate queen. The name also appears as a Scottish and Northern Irish surname, sometimes anglicised from Mac Gille Brath, meaning “son of the servant of grace.” Gracey’s sweet, melodic sound has made it a popular modern choice, often seen as an affectionate alternative to Gracie or a fresh spin on the timeless Grace.
Girl 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20113 babies
- Latest (2019)
- #7653 babies
- Total births
- 9since 2011
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y