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Pacey

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Pronounced PAY-see /ˈpeɪ.si/High

Meaning: A spelling of Pacey/Pace — an English surname variously from the Latin pax, 'peace', and from Pacy (places in Normandy); used for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Peace; of Pacy: Pacey spells Pace. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowLatin, French
MeaningA spelling of Pacey/Pace — an English surname variously from the Latin pax, 'peace', and from Pacy (places in Normandy); used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#11672 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2014
Total births (all-time)≈ 314

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201619982025

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

Pacey is a spelling of Pacey/Pace — an English surname variously from the Latin pax, 'peace', and from Pacy (places in Normandy; routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'PAY-see').

In the U.S. it appears as a surname-style given name for both sexes. Rare, peace at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Pacey/Pace is an English surname variously from the Latin pax, 'peace', and from Pacy in Normandy — a crisp, modern name used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'PAY-see').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Pace — surname; unisex; routes layered

Variations

PacePaceePaisey

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Pacey mean?

Pacey spells Pace — variously Latin 'peace' and 'of Pacy' (Normandy); used for both sexes; here for a girl. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Pacey?

It's said PAY-see /ˈpeɪ.si/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Pacey a boy or girl name?

Pacey is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Pacey?

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

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