Dice

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Pronounced DYS /ˈdaɪs/High

Meaning: From the English word dice — 'small cubes marked with numbers, used in games of chance' (from the Latin datum, 'something given'); a word-name evoking luck and boldness; we note the wordLow

In 30 seconds: Small cubes used in games of chance: Dice is a word-name. Bold, modern, and warm (said 'DYS'). We note the word.

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MeaningFrom the English word dice — 'small cubes marked with numbers, used in games of chance' (from the Latin datum, 'something given'); a word-name evoking luck and boldness; we note the word

U.S. rank (2024)#10127 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 14

History & Origin

Dice comes from the English word dice — 'small cubes marked with numbers, used in games of chance' (from the Latin datum, 'something given'); a word-name evoking luck and boldness (we note the word). A bold, modern name (said 'DYS').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely as a bold word/nickname-name. Rare, games-of-chance at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Dice is a word-name — 'small cubes used in games of chance' (from the Latin datum) — a bold name evoking luck and daring (we note the word; said 'DYS').

Overall data confidence 22%

References — Dice — English word-name

Variations

Dyce

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Dice mean?

Dice is a word-name — 'small cubes used in games of chance' (from the Latin datum). We note the word.

How do you pronounce Dice?

It's said DYS /ˈdaɪs/ — one syllable.

Is Dice a boy or girl name?

Dice is a boy's name.

How popular is Dice?

Dice is a very rare name in the U.S.