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Gratian

♂ Boy

Pronounced GRAY-shun /ˈɡreɪ.ʃən/Medium

Meaning: From the Latin Gratianus, derived from gratus ('pleasing, agreeable') and linked to gratia ('grace, favour'). Borne by the fourth-century Roman emperor Gratian and the medieval canonist Gratian. Documented.Medium

In 30 seconds: A name rich with grace: Gratian comes from Latin for 'graceful, pleasing' (said 'GRAY-shun') — worn by a Roman emperor.
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Origin MediumLatin
MeaningFrom the Latin Gratianus, derived from gratus ('pleasing, agreeable') and linked to gratia ('grace, favour'). Borne by the fourth-century Roman emperor Gratian and the medieval canonist Gratian. Documented.
U.S. rank (2024)#12897
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 5

History & Origin

Gratian comes from the Latin Gratianus, tied to gratus ('pleasing') and gratia ('grace'). It was borne by the Roman emperor Gratian and by the 12th-century canonist Gratian. A classical, graceful pick (said 'GRAY-shun').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S., a scholarly, antique name. Rare, classical, and elegant.

Did you know? Gratian was the name of a fourth-century Roman emperor and, later, of the medieval scholar whose Decretum shaped canon law. Rooted in Latin gratia, 'grace,' it's a name of favour and elegance (said 'GRAY-shun').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Gratian — Latin Gratianus, 'graceful'; Roman emperor Gratian

Variations

GratianusGratienGraziano

Nicknames

GraceGratIan

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Gratian mean?

Gratian comes from the Latin Gratianus, tied to gratus ('pleasing') and gratia ('grace'), so 'graceful, pleasing.'

How do you pronounce Gratian?

It's said GRAY-shun /ˈɡreɪ.ʃən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Gratian a boy or girl name?

Gratian is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Gratian?

Gratian is a rare, classical name for boys in the U.S.

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