"hunter, one who hunts or pursues"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
Chace
Pronunciation: [ ch-AYS ]
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Meaning & Origin
"huntsman, game warden"
Origin: Middle English
Language: English
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The Story of Chace
Chace is an alternate spelling of Chase, derived from the Old French chacier meaning to hunt or pursue. The word entered English after the Norman Conquest in 1066, and hunting was central to medieval aristocratic life. As a surname, Chase was given to huntsmen and those who worked in royal hunting grounds. The Chace spelling has a distinguished history as both a surname and given name in New England, where it was particularly common in colonial times.
Chase as a given name surged in the 1990s and 2000s as surname-style names became fashionable for boys. The Chace spelling gained visibility through actor Chace Crawford of Gossip Girl, giving it a pop culture foothold alongside the more common Chase.
In medieval England, the chase was a royal hunting ground and symbol of noble privilege. The name carries connotations of pursuit, vigor, and outdoor life. In modern American culture, it projects confidence and athletic energy.
Historical Record
Chace first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 5,358 babies have been named Chace in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chace is past its peak , currently ranked #2,635 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Old French chacier (to hunt) is also the ancestor of the English word catch
- Chace Crawford of Gossip Girl brought this distinctive spelling to wider recognition in the late 2000s
Chace in Other Languages
French
Chasseur
German
Jager
Italian
Cacciatore
Spanish
Cazador
Portuguese
Cacador
Popularity Over Time
#2,635
Current Rank
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Peaked 2009
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Chace
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Chace Crawford
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1985
American actor best known for playing Nate Archibald in the CW series Gossip Girl (2007-2012)
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #2,635
- Total SSA Count
- 50
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Chie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chace
What does the name Chace mean?
"hunter, one who hunts or pursues" (from Old French). "huntsman, game warden" (from Middle English). Chace is an alternate spelling of Chase, derived from the Old French chacier meaning to hunt or pursue. The word entered English after the Norman Conquest in 1066, and hunting was central to medieval aristocratic life. As a surname, Chase was given to huntsmen and those who worked in royal hunting grounds. The Chace spelling has a distinguished history as both a surname and given name in New England, where it was particularly common in colonial times.
What is the origin of the name Chace?
Chace has Old French, Middle English, American, and English origins. In Old French, it means "hunter, one who hunts or pursues". In Middle English, it means "huntsman, game warden".
Is Chace a boy or girl name?
Chace is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2635. As a girl name, it is ranked #30927. Chace is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Chace?
Chace is pronounced ch-AYS.
How popular is the name Chace?
Chace is currently ranked #2635 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Chace?
Common nicknames for Chace include Cha, Chy, Chie, and Chakins.
What are good middle names for Chace?
Popular middle name pairings include Chace Michael, Chace Thomas, Chace William, Chace Alexander, Chace Robert, and Chace James.
What are good sibling names for Chace?
Names that pair well with Chace as siblings include Drake, Blaine, Tanner, Sloane, Harper, and Blair.
How many syllables does Chace have?
Chace has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Chace a common or rare name?
Chace is an uncommon name, ranked #2635 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Chace
Chace is a boy name with American and English origins . The name means "hunter, one who hunts or pursues" in Old French .
Is Chace a boy or girl name? Chace is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,635 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #30,927. Chace is more commonly used as a boy name.
Chace is currently ranked #2,635 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Chace has 1 syllable and is pronounced ch-AYS, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Chace include Cha, Chy, Chie, and Chakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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