Find out how popular the first name Tracyann has been for the last 17 years (from 1974 to 1990) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tracyann by gender

Based on the last 17 years of data, Tracyann is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1990, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Tracyann.

The history of the first name Tracyann

The given name Tracyann is a combination of two distinct names – Tracy and Ann. Tracy is an English surname that originated as a variant of the Norman French place name Tracey or Tressy. This place name is believed to have derived from the Old French word "traceor," meaning "huntsman" or "hunter." The suffix "-ann" is a feminine form of the name Ann, which has Hebrew origins and means "grace" or "favor."

The earliest recorded use of the name Tracy as a given name dates back to the 16th century. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Sir John Tracy, an English politician who lived from 1555 to 1591. Another notable individual was Ursula Tracy, an English noblewoman born in 1572.

While the combination of Tracy and Ann to form Tracyann is relatively modern, there are a few historical figures who bore names similar to Tracyann. One such individual was Tracyjan Beale, an English writer born in 1674. Another was Trassie Ann Hendricks, an American educator and activist who lived from 1823 to 1888.

The name Tracyann does not appear to have any specific historical references in ancient texts or religious scriptures. However, its components, Tracy and Ann, have been used separately in various contexts throughout history.

Some notable individuals named Tracyann include:

1. Tracyann Thomas (born 1964), a former American tennis player.
2. Tracyann Reid (born 1976), a Jamaican sprinter and Olympic medalist.
3. Tracyann Campbell (born 1979), a British actress known for her role in the film "Hunger."
4. Tracyann Oberman (born 1966), a British actress and writer.
5. Tracyann Smythe (born 1972), a Canadian poet and author.

These individuals have made significant contributions in their respective fields, ranging from sports and entertainment to literature and activism, further adding to the historical significance of the name Tracyann.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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