Dace Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAYSS //deɪs//
Origin: Latin; English
Meaning: Latin: 'to dance'; English: 'a form of the name Dacey'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dace has its roots in the Old French word "dace," which refers to a type of fish, specifically the dace fish found in European waters. This term likely derives from the Latin "daceus," which itself is believed to have originated from the Proto-Indo-European root *dā-, meaning "to flow" or "to swim." The name made its way into English through the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many Old French terms were adopted into the English language, particularly in the context of nature and the environment.
Historically, the name Dace has been associated with various cultural and literary references. While it does not have prominent biblical or royal figures directly linked to it, the fish symbolism has been significant in various cultures, often representing adaptability and resilience.
The use of fish in Christian symbolism, particularly in the early church, may lend a deeper layer of meaning to the name, as fish were often used to symbolize faith and abundance. The name has also appeared in various literary works over the centuries, contributing to its presence in the cultural lexicon.
In terms of cultural resonance, the name Dace evokes a connection to nature and the aquatic world, reflecting a certain timelessness and simplicity. This connection to the natural world may have contributed to its endurance as a name through the ages.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Dacey" have emerged, though they are less common. Overall, Dace embodies a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance, rooted in the natural environment and historical usage.
Famous people named Dace
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Dace Priednieks is a professional basketball player best known for his time with the Latvian national team and various clubs in Europe.
Dace Rukšāne is a Latvian artist best known for her contemporary paintings and exhibitions in Europe.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dace was first seen in the United States in 1953.
Dace has ranked as high as #9596 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Texas, and Utah.
In the past 5 years the name Dace has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Dace is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Dace was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Dace.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2024 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2023 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2022 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2021 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 2020 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2019 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 2018 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2017 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2016 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2015 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2014 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2013 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 2012 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 2011 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 2010 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2009 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 2008 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 2007 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2006 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2005 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2004 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2003 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2002 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2001 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2000 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1999 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1998 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1997 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1996 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1994 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1993 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1992 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1990 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1986 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1985 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1983 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1981 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1980 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1978 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1974 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1973 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1971 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1968 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1963 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1962 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1958 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1953 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Dace (2012)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |