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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Healer (inherited from Jason)
- Origin
- Greek (via Jason)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- JAYS
Jace is a boy's name pronounced JAYS, with a timeless, classic feel. It comes from the Greek name Jason, from which it inherits the meaning "healer." If you like a short, familiar-sounding name with roots that go a little deeper than the modern spelling suggests, Jace fits that bill.
Meaning & Origin of Jace
Meaning: Healer (inherited from Jason).
Origin: Greek (via Jason).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Jace
JAYSIPA /ˈdʒeɪs/
Popularity of Jace
Jace hit its highest popularity in 2013, ranking #66 with 6,398 baby boys given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled to #114, with 3,113 boys named Jace — still a well-used name, just down from its peak a decade earlier.
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FAQ
What does the name Jace mean?
Healer (inherited from Jason). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Jace?
Jace is pronounced JAYS (IPA: /ˈdʒeɪs/).
Is Jace a popular name right now?
Jace peaked at #66 in 2013 and is ranked #114 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1936–2024.)
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