Gracielynn
A feminine name combining "grace" and "lynn", meaning "gracious meadow".
Name Census estimates that about 145 living Americans carry the first name Gracielynn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Gracielynn today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Gracielynn births was 2012 (18 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Gracielynn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
145
~ 1 in 2,363,823 Americans
Peak year
2012
18 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#16,064
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Gracielynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Gracielynn from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 92 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Gracielynn remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Gracielynn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Gracielynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Gracielynn
The name Gracielynn is a relatively modern composite name, blending the traditional name Grace with the suffix -lynn. The name Grace has its origins in the Latin gratia, meaning "grace" or "favor." This name was initially used as a virtue name, reflecting the Christian concept of divine grace.
The root of Grace can be traced back to the ancient Greek word charis, which also conveyed notions of favor, charm, and loveliness. In early Christian texts, the term "grace" was often used to describe the unmerited favor bestowed by God upon humanity, a central tenet of Christian theology.
While the name Grace has a long history, the addition of the suffix -lynn is a more recent development. The suffix -lynn (or -lyn) is believed to have derived from the Welsh word "llyn," meaning lake or pool. This suffix became popular in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Gracielynn as a singular given name are relatively scarce, as it is a modern invention. However, it is possible to find examples of individuals who have borne this name in recent decades.
One notable figure with the name Gracielynn is Gracielynn Guzman, an American singer and songwriter born in 1997. She gained recognition through her participation in the reality television competition series "American Idol."
Another individual with this name is Gracielynn Rivas, an American model and social media influencer. She has amassed a significant following on platforms like Instagram, where she shares her fashion and lifestyle content.
A third person named Gracielynn is Gracielynn Montiel, an American artist and illustrator. Her artwork often explores themes of identity, culture, and personal experiences.
Gracielynn Burke is a Canadian actress and dancer, known for her roles in various television shows and stage productions.
Lastly, Gracielynn Hernandez is an American writer and poet, whose work has been published in various literary journals and anthologies.
While these are some examples of individuals who have borne the name Gracielynn, it is important to note that the name is relatively uncommon and does not have a extensive historical record or literary references.
People
Gracielynn + last name combinations
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FAQ
Gracielynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Gracielynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 145 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Gracielynn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,363,823 US residents.
Is Gracielynn a common name?
We classify Gracielynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 69.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 146 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Gracielynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Gracielynn was 2012, when 18 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Gracielynn is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Gracielynn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Gracielynn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.