Graham
Graham is a Scottish and English surname derived from the Old English 'grantham,' meaning 'gravelly homestead' or 'grey home.' It has strong Scottish roots and has been used as a first name since the 19th century, carrying a sense of heritage and tradition.
Current Popularity
#129 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Has a timeless quality that ages well from baby to adult
- •Alternative spelling 'Graeme' is common in Scotland
- •Strong historical Scottish heritage appeals to many families
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Famous People
Graham Greene
Novelist and playwright
Graham Bell
Inventor of the telephone
Graham Norton
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Graham Nash
Musician and singer-songwriter
Statistics
58,459
Total births since 1880
2024
Peak year
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