Boy · 240th of 23,106
Ace
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
24,217
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2022
Peak Popularity Year
2,516
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Ace stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Ace has its roots in Latin, meaning 'one' or 'excellence'. It has evolved through Old French and Middle English. The name embodies traits of achievement and skill. There is no biblical relevance associated with it. It gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in the U.S., and is currently viewed favorably.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/eɪs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Ace derives from the Latin word 'as', which means 'one' or 'unity'. In English, it has come to represent excellence or being the best at something.
Meaning
One, excellence
Language Evolution
Old French 'as', Latin 'as', Middle English 'ace'
Historical Usage
The name Ace gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, often associated with excellence in various fields, such as sports.
Variants & Derivatives
Acer, Acy, Ais
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ace is perceived positively, often associated with high achievement and skill, particularly in sports and gaming.
Famous People
Ace Frehley, Ace Ventura (fictional character), Ace Hood
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,516 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 49 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1631st of 7545 | 343 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1716th of 6773 | 319 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1855th of 7552 | 344 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2086th of 10718 | 323 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1962nd of 16616 | 567 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 909th of 24088 | 3,184 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 240th of 23106 | 18,885 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8642nd of 30306 | 148 |