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Jace

♂ Boy

Pronounced JAYS /dʒeɪs/High

Meaning: Healing; healer — short form of Jason, from Greek Iason (to heal); or possibly from Hebrew YehoshuaMedium

In 30 seconds: A crisp one-syllable modern name, Jace is most likely a short form of Jason meaning 'healer.' Its punchy sound and fashionable J- initial have made it a rising American boys' name, peaking in the top 250.
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Origin MediumGreek, Hebrew
MeaningHealing; healer — short form of Jason, from Greek Iason (to heal); or possibly from Hebrew Yehoshua
U.S. rank (2025)#114 → Stable
2025 U.S. births3,083 boys (0.18% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2013
Total births (all-time)≈ 91,501

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201319362025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Jace is generally considered a short form of Jason, from the Greek Iason, related to iasthai (to heal). Some sources also suggest a Hebrew origin via the Biblical name Jaasai or a short form of Jaceson.

Jace emerged as a standalone given name in the United States in the late 20th century and rose into the top 100 boys' names in the 2010s, valued for its short, punchy, modern feel.

Did you know? Jason (the hero of the Argonauts) bears a name connected to the Greek verb iasthai, to heal — making Jace a compact version of one of mythology's greatest names.

Variations

JaseJayce

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Jace Norman (2000-)
    American actor known for Henry Danger

If you like Jace…

Chase— one-syllable surname name with the same punchy athletic energy
Ace— one-syllable concept name with the same bold modern American character
Tate— short surname name with the same clean, confident brevity
Jayce— lands in the same popularity range
Pierce— shares Jace's Greek roots

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jace mean?

Jace is most likely a short form of Jason, from the Greek Iason, related to iasthai meaning 'to heal.' It may also have a Hebrew connection.

How do you pronounce Jace?

It is said JAYS /dʒeɪs/ — one syllable.

Is Jace a boy or girl name?

Jace is used almost exclusively as a boy's name.

How popular is Jace?

Jace entered the U.S. top 100 boys' names in the 2010s and continues to rise.

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