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River vs Jace

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jace

Boy #114 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Jason, the healer"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#114
Total SSA Count
3,113
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

River Rank #112
Jace Rank #114

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #114 for Jace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River or Jace more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Jace at #114 in the United States.

What do River and Jace mean?

River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin). Jace means "short form of Jason, the healer" (Greek origin).

Are River and Jace boy or girl names?

River is primarily a boy name. Jace is primarily a boy name.

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