Peace

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Pronounced PEESS /ˈpis/High

Meaning: From the word peace — Latin pax, 'peace, calm, tranquility, harmony'Medium

In 30 seconds: Calm and pure: Peace is the virtue-name for tranquility and harmony. Serene, hopeful, and warm (popular in Nigerian families).

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Origin MediumLatin, English

MeaningFrom the word peace — Latin pax, 'peace, calm, tranquility, harmony'

U.S. rank (2024)#4529 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births31 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 723

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Peace comes from the word peace — Latin pax, 'peace, calm, tranquility, harmony'. A serene, hopeful virtue word-name, especially popular in Nigerian families.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, tranquility at the root, and serene.

Did you know? Peace, from Latin pax, names tranquility and harmony — a serene virtue word-name, especially beloved in Nigerian Christian families.

Overall data confidence 65%

Oxford English Dictionary — peace — word origin

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Harmony— a fellow harmony word-name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Peace mean?

Peace is the word for 'peace, calm, tranquility, harmony' (Latin pax).

How do you pronounce Peace?

It's said PEESS /ˈpis/ — a single syllable.

Is Peace a boy or girl name?

Peace is mainly a girl's name (used for both).

How popular is Peace?

Peace is a rare name in the U.S.