Grace
Latin girl's name meaning “grace; goodwill”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- Latin
- Meaning
- grace; goodwill
- Syllables
- 1
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #39
- Born in 2023
- 4,904
Meaning & origin
Grace comes from the Latin gratia, 'grace' or 'goodwill'. A virtue name popular since Puritan times.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Grace ranked #39 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 4,904 US girls were given the name Grace.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #13 in 2003
“Unranked” means Grace was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Gracie
Grace: frequently asked questions
What does the name Grace mean?
Grace is a Latin name meaning "grace; goodwill". Grace comes from the Latin gratia, 'grace' or 'goodwill'. A virtue name popular since Puritan times.
Where does the name Grace come from?
Grace is of Latin origin. Grace comes from the Latin gratia, 'grace' or 'goodwill'. A virtue name popular since Puritan times.
Is Grace a boy or a girl name?
Grace is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Grace?
In 2023, 4,904 US girls were given the name Grace.
Is Grace a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Grace ranked #39 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Grace?
Common nicknames for Grace include Gracie.