Graeme
Boy name · 7,453 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Graeme: 7,453 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 437 births in 1979.
Graeme is the distinctly Scottish spelling of Graham, a name that originated as a habitational name from the village of Grantham in Lincolnshire, but became so strongly associated with Scotland that it now feels quintessentially Scottish. The root meaning is thought to be "gravelly homestead". Among famous bearers, Graeme Souness was a commanding midfielder for Liverpool and Scotland before becoming a high-profile manager, while Graeme Garden is best known as a writer and performer in the cult comedy series *The Goodies*. The name's own place connection is intriguing: Graham Land in Antarctica was named not after a Graeme but after Sir James Graham, yet the territorial name reinforces the broader legacy. Notably, while "Graham" is common across the English-speaking world, "Graeme" remains a proud marker of Scottish identity, often associated with a quiet, dependable character.
Boy 44 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 1979437 babies
- Latest (2020)
- #5994 babies
- Total births
- 7,453since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 50%vs prior 5y