Graves
Graves Meaning & Origin
About Graves
The name "Graves" is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "graf" or "græf," meaning "a ditch" or "a trench." It is a surname that was often given to someone who lived near a ditch or trench, or it could have been a topographic name for someone who lived near a gravelly area. The name "Graves" can also be associated with the occupation of a grave digger or someone who worked in a graveyard.
Name Popularity
Gender Distribution
Most individuals with the name Graves are male.
Graves Popularity Trends
The popularity of the name has increased by 40% over the past year.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Graves in Braille
Here's how to represent Graves in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
How to Spell the Name Graves in American Sign Language (ASL)
The image below shows how you can spell Graves using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
