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Trace vs Cassian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Trace

Boy #705 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"path, track, trail"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#705
Total SSA Count
380
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Trace Rank #705
Cassian Rank #617

Cassian is more popular, ranked #617 vs #705 for Trace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trace or Cassian more popular?

Cassian is more popular, ranked #617 compared to Trace at #705 in the United States.

What do Trace and Cassian mean?

Trace means "path, track, trail" (Old French via English origin). Cassian means "of the Cassian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin).

Are Trace and Cassian boy or girl names?

Trace is primarily a boy name. Cassian is primarily a boy name.

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