The name Grazia is of Italian origin and means "grace." It is derived from the Italian word for grace, which is itself derived from the Latin word "gratia," meaning "goodwill" or "thankfulness." The name has been used in Italy since medieval times and was often given to girls born around Eastertime as a symbol of the season's themes of rebirth and redemption. It gained popularity during the Renaissance period, when many Italian artists and writers incorporated it into their works. Today, Grazia is still a common name in Italy but remains relatively rare elsewhere in the world.
The given statistics show the number of births with the name Grazia in the United States each year from 1911 to 2009. Throughout this period, there were a total of 194 births registered as Grazia.
While the name was relatively popular during certain periods, such as between 1972 and 1976 where it consistently ranked among the top ten names given each year, its popularity has fluctuated over time. For instance, there were no reported births with the name Grazia in several years between 1983 and 2004.
Nevertheless, Grazia remained a distinctive choice for parents during different eras, as indicated by its recurrence over these nearly one hundred years.