Tracey

What does the baby name Tracey mean? Learn about what Tracey means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Tracey - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

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T-R-A-C-E-Y, is a 6-letter female given name.
Pronunciation of Tracey
TRAY see
Meaning of Tracey
From tracy, france.
Origin of Tracey
The name 'Tracey' is of English origin. It is derived from the Norman French surname 'Tracy', which was originally a locational name referring to someone from Tracy-Bocage or Tracy-sur-Mer in Normandy, France. The name was brought to England after the Norman Conquest in the 11th century.
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Popularity of Tracey
The popularity of the name 'Tracey' peaked in the mid-20th century. It was particularly popular in the United States and the United Kingdom during the 1960s and 1970s. However, its popularity has declined in recent years and it is now considered less common.
Tracey currently has 189 likes, and is in the top 4% of liked girl's names. The name Dora is slightly more popular than Tracey.

Etymology of Tracey

The etymology of the name 'Tracey' is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated from the Old French word 'tracier', meaning 'to trace' or 'to track'. This may have referred to someone who was skilled at tracking or tracing.

Cultural Significance of Tracey

The name 'Tracey' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. It is a relatively modern name with no specific cultural or religious connotations.