Gracia
Gracia is a Christian girl name of Latin, via Spanish origin, meaning “Grace”.
| Meaning | Grace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | GRAH-syah |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Gracia
Gracia is the Spanish word for 'grace', from the Latin gratia, meaning favour, kindness and thanks. In Christian theology grace is the free gift of God's love, which gave the word its appeal as a name. It has been used in Spain since the Middle Ages and sits alongside Engracia, a related saint's name. Doña Gracia Nasi, a sixteenth-century Portuguese Jewish businesswoman and benefactor, was a famous bearer.
Is Gracia a Christian name?
Gracia is primarily a Christian virtue name expressing divine grace, and it was also used historically among Sephardic Jews in Spain and Portugal.
How popular is Gracia?
Uncommon as a first name today, more traditional than fashionable.
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Spellings and variants of Gracia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gracia mean?
Gracia means 'Grace'. It is of Latin, via Spanish origin.
Is Gracia a Christian name?
Gracia is primarily a Christian virtue name expressing divine grace, and it was also used historically among Sephardic Jews in Spain and Portugal.
How do you pronounce Gracia?
Gracia is pronounced GRAH-syah.
Is Gracia a boy or girl name?
Gracia is usually a girl name.