Dace Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAYSS / /deɪs/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: 'to dance'; English: 'a form of the name Dacey'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dace has roots in Latin, where it is associated with the word for dance. It is also considered a variant of the name Dacey, which has Irish origins. The name has been used in various cultures, often reflecting a joyful or lively spirit. In modern contexts, it is relatively uncommon but has gained some popularity in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Dace has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dacey
- Dacee
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dace was first seen in the United States in 1958. Dace has ranked as high as #1323 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 about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dace (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 16 |