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Graeme

Graeme is a Scottish name derived from the Old English word 'græm,' meaning 'gravelly homestead' or 'gravelly place.' The name evokes a sense of strength and resilience, often associated with a down-to-earth personality and a love for nature and the outdoors.

Key Stats

Total births2,876
GenderMale (33% / 67%)
Peak year2013
Peak generationGen A
First recorded1983
Most recent2022
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 39%OH — 18%NY — 15%PA — 15%IL — 13%

Notable People

Graeme Souness (Former footballer and manager) · Graeme McDowell (Professional golfer) · Graeme Base (Children's author and illustrator) · Graeme Smith (Former South African cricketer) · Graeme Garden (Comedian and actor)

Nicknames & Diminutives

GrayGraham

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