Jace vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jace

Boy #114 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"short form of Jason, the healer"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Jace Rank #114

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #114 for Jace.

Is Jace or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Jace at #114 in the United States.

What do Jace and William mean?

Jace means "short form of Jason, the healer" (Greek origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Jace and William boy or girl names?

Jace is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.