Graham is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #8034 in 2025 with 13 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 16 births ranking #7037. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 123,636 girls born was named Graham. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Graham is a longstanding surname-style classic with a calm, intelligent feel. Its older place-name meaning is less important in modern use than its solid, quietly distinguished sound.
The name has deep roots in Scottish and English history and has remained a steady first-name choice for generations. It feels traditional, but not overly formal.