Graclynn
A feminine name blending the words "grace" and "lynn" meaning "graceful, tender lakeshore."
Name Census estimates that about 138 living Americans carry the first name Graclynn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Graclynn today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Graclynn births was 2019 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Graclynn. 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
138
~ 1 in 2,483,727 Americans
Peak year
2019
16 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2024 SSA rank
#10,524
Tracked since 2008
Popularity
Graclynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Graclynn 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 91 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Graclynn remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Graclynn 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 Graclynn 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 Graclynn
The given name Graclynn is a relatively modern invention, believed to have originated in the late 20th or early 21st century. It appears to be a combination of the English name Grace and the suffix "-lynn," which is derived from the Gaelic word "linn," meaning "pool" or "lake." There is no definitive record of the name's origin or earliest usage.
Although Graclynn is a newly coined name, its components have rich historical roots. The name Grace has been used since ancient times, stemming from the Latin word "gratia," meaning "favor" or "thanks." It was particularly popular among early Christians as a reference to the concept of divine grace. In the Middle Ages, Grace was a common name among English and French families.
The suffix "-lynn" has been used in various forms throughout history, such as in the Old English name "Æthelflæd" (meaning "noble beauty") and the Old Norse name "Brynhildr" (meaning "battle-clad"). However, its widespread usage as a suffix in modern names is a more recent phenomenon, gaining popularity in the 20th century.
Due to the name's recent origin, there are no historical references or records of individuals named Graclynn in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical documents. However, here are five notable individuals who have borne this name in modern times:
1. Graclynn Anderson (born 1992) - An American singer-songwriter from Texas.
2. Graclynn Simmons (born 1998) - A Canadian actress known for her roles in television series and films.
3. Graclynn Taylor (born 2004) - An American child model and actress who has appeared in various commercials and television shows.
4. Graclynn Roberts (born 1989) - A British entrepreneur and author of self-help books.
5. Graclynn Wilkins (born 1995) - An American professional basketball player who played for the University of Texas at Austin.
While the name Graclynn may not have a long historical lineage, it reflects the creativity and individuality of modern naming practices, combining elements from different linguistic traditions to create a unique and distinctive moniker.
People
Graclynn + last name combinations
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FAQ
Graclynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Graclynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 138 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Graclynn 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 2,483,727 US residents.
Is Graclynn a common name?
We classify Graclynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 69.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 139 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Graclynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Graclynn was 2019, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Graclynn is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Graclynn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Graclynn 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.