Trace vs Abner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Trace

Boy #705 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"path, track, trail"

Origin: Old French via English

American English Southern American

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Boy #840 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father of light"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew English American

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Trace Rank #705

Abner Rank #840

Trace is more popular, ranked #705 vs #840 for Abner.

Is Trace or Abner more popular?

Trace is more popular, ranked #705 compared to Abner at #840 in the United States.

What do Trace and Abner mean?

Trace means "path, track, trail" (Old French via English origin). Abner means "father of light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Trace and Abner boy or girl names?

Trace is primarily a boy name. Abner is primarily a boy name.