Zay vs Mace

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zay

Boy #2,854 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"light, radiance"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,854
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Mace

Boy #2,832 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heavy club weapon"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,832
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Zay Rank #2,854
Mace Rank #2,832

Mace is more popular, ranked #2832 vs #2854 for Zay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zay or Mace more popular?

Mace is more popular, ranked #2832 compared to Zay at #2854 in the United States.

What do Zay and Mace mean?

Zay means "light, radiance" (Arabic origin). Mace means "heavy club weapon" (Old French origin).

Are Zay and Mace boy or girl names?

Zay is primarily a boy name. Mace is primarily a boy name.

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