Jace Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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.
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.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jace"
Pronunciation
/dʒeɪs/
Origin
Latin
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'.
Meaning
to follow, supplanter
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.
Historical Usage
Jace gained popularity in the late 20th century, often as a modern diminutive of the name Jason or Jacob.
Variants & Derivatives
Jacek, Jayce, Jason, Jacob
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jace is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthful energy and charisma.
Famous People
Jace Norman, an American actor, Jace Lee, a professional basketball player
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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) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 |
- |
| 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.