Trace
Pronunciation: [ tr-AYS ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Trace first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 348 babies have been named Trace in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Trace is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,192 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,192
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Trace
Trace is a girl name .
Is Trace a boy or girl name? Trace is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #64,192 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #705. Trace is more commonly used as a boy name.
Trace is currently ranked #64,192 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Trace include Tra, Try, Trie, and Trakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Trace include Tracy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
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