Jace
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
89,277 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2013 Peak Popularity Year
6,443 Peak Births

Jace Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Jace originates from Latin, specifically from the name Iacobus, which is related to Jacob. It means 'to follow' or 'supplanter'. The name has evolved through various historical forms, including Jacob in English. It has biblical relevance as it is associated with a significant figure in the Old Testament. Jace has gained popularity in recent decades as a modern name, often viewed positively in contemporary culture. Variants include Jacek and Jayce, and it is commonly linked to notable individuals in entertainment and sports.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jace"

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Pronunciation

/dʒeɪs/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

The name Jace is derived from the Latin name 'Iacobus', which is a form of Jacob. It is often associated with the meaning 'to follow' or 'supplanter'.

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Meaning

to follow, supplanter

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Language Evolution

Iacobus (Latin), Iacob (Hebrew), Jacob (English)

Biblical Background

The name Jacob has significant biblical relevance, being the name of a patriarch in the Old Testament.

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Historical Usage

Jace gained popularity in the late 20th century, often as a modern diminutive of the name Jason or Jacob.

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Variants & Derivatives

Jacek, Jayce, Jason, Jacob

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Jace is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthful energy and charisma.

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Famous People

Jace Norman, an American actor, Jace Lee, a professional basketball player

📊 Jace Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Consistently Rising

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✨ Jace Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 6,443 peak births in 2013

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jace"

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 of "Jace"

"Jace" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 5252nd of 6773 19
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1572nd of 7552 475
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1257th of 10718 719
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 614th of 16616 4,071
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 202nd of 24088 29,477
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 83rd of 23106 53,657
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 11496th of 27321 74
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 4914th of 35406 426
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 4618th of 30306 359

Regional Popularity of "Jace" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
52.76%
1175th/2227
50.74%
1233rd/2430
51.28%
1463rd/2853
46.31%
1285th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
38.99%
1145th/2937
60.24%
2098th/3483
37.52%
1320th/3518
32.34%
1308th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
14.36%
529th/3685
28.72%
1285th/4475
12.78%
664th/5194
7.74%
489th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
3.56%
163rd/4582
5.17%
267th/5164
2.67%
195th/7313
2.84%
212th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
1.83%
73rd/3984
2.07%
93rd/4487
1.08%
74th/6822
1.83%
115th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Jace" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 87.19%
6376th/7313
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - 79.40%
5417th/6822
94.39%
5924th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Jace"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Jace" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jace" in the United States

The name Jace is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, Jace has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jace' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5252nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1572nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1257th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 614th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 202nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 83rd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11496th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4914th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4618th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jace' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Jace name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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