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At a Glance
- Origin
- English (place name/surname, uncertain)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- AY-ker
Acre is an English name with roots as a place name and surname, though its origins aren't fully settled. It's still quite rare for babies in the U.S., so parents drawn to it are choosing something few others are using right now.
Meaning & Origin of Acre
Origin: English (place name/surname, uncertain).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Acre
AY-kerIPA /ˈeɪkər/
Popularity of Acre
Acre peaked at #3533 in 2022 with 32 babies given the name, then slipped to #4414 in 2024 with 23 — a small decline within SSA's 2019-2024 data.
Names Like Acre
These names have followed a similar path to Acre in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
How do you pronounce Acre?
Acre is pronounced AY-ker (IPA: /ˈeɪkər/).
Is Acre a popular name right now?
Acre peaked at #3533 in 2022 and is ranked #4414 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2019–2024.)
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