Graca
Meaning: In the name Graca — clean and direct, making an instant impression
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #8179
Total births: 75
History: Woven into the fabric of the pétanque courts of Provence, Graca is a cherished French name. It recalls Jean-Pierre Jeunet's Amélie and the beauty of the forests of Fontainebleau. As iconic as the Place des Vosges, it endures.
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| Current rank (1977) | #1673 |
| Babies named Graca in 1977 | 5 |
| Total recorded in France | 58 |
| Peak year | 1971 (9 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1107 |
| Years in records | 1967–1977 (10 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 512 spots |
Frequently asked about Graca
What does the name Graca mean?
Graca means “In the name Graca — clean and direct, making an instant impression” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Graca?
Graca has French origin. The traditional meaning is “In the name Graca — clean and direct, making an instant impression”.
How popular is Graca in France?
Graca ranked #1673 in France in 1977 — given to 5 babies that year.
Is Graca a boy or girl name?
Graca is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Gracas in registered births are female.
Is the name Graca rising or falling in popularity?
Graca has fallen 512 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #1161 in 1972 to #1673 in 1977.
How long has Graca been recorded in France?
Graca appears in birth records in France across 10 years — from 1967 through 1977.