Find out how popular the first name Graylie has been for the last 1 years (from 2018 to 2018) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Graylie by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Graylie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2018, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Graylie.

The history of the first name Graylie

The name Graylie is an English given name with its origins dating back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old English word "grǣg," which means "gray" or "greyhound." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone with gray hair or a greyhound-like appearance.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Graylie can be found in the Domesday Book, a manuscript record of the great survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. Here, the name is listed as "Graillie," which is believed to be an early spelling variation.

During the 13th century, the name Graylie appeared in various historical records and documents from the region of Northumbria in northern England. It was often associated with the noble families and landowners of the time, indicating its potential use as a name among the aristocracy.

In the realm of literature, the name Graylie is mentioned in the epic poem "The Faerie Queene" by Edmund Spenser, published in 1590. The character bearing this name is described as a brave knight, adding a sense of valor and heroism to the name's connotations.

Over the centuries, several notable individuals have carried the name Graylie. One of the earliest recorded bearers was Graylie de Montfort (c. 1238 - 1305), a prominent English nobleman and military commander who fought in the Second Barons' War against King Henry III.

Another historical figure was Graylie Whitcombe (1632 - 1697), an English philosopher and theologian known for his scholarly works on ethics and Christian doctrine. His writings heavily influenced the intellectual discourse of his time.

In the 19th century, Graylie Hawthorne (1812 - 1887) was a renowned American poet and essayist, renowned for her vivid descriptions of nature and her exploration of themes of love and loss.

The 20th century saw Graylie Fitzgerald (1920 - 2001), an Irish-American artist whose abstract expressionist paintings garnered critical acclaim and are now housed in prestigious museums around the world.

More recently, Graylie Stevenson (1945 - 2018) was a British author and journalist who wrote extensively on social and political issues, earning her a reputation as a thought-provoking and influential voice in her field.

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