Chace

Pronunciation: [ ch-AYS ]

Boy Name #2,635 Most Popular Hidden Gem 1 Syllable

A bold hunter's name with noble roots

American English

Bold Modern Strong Cool

Meaning & Origin

"hunter, one who hunts or pursues"

Origin: Old French

Language: English

"huntsman, game warden"

Origin: Middle English

Language: English

The Story of Chace

Chace is an alternate spelling of Chase, derived from the Old French chacier meaning to hunt or pursue. The word entered English after the Norman Conquest in 1066, and hunting was central to medieval aristocratic life. As a surname, Chase was given to huntsmen and those who worked in royal hunting grounds. The Chace spelling has a distinguished history as both a surname and given name in New England, where it was particularly common in colonial times.

Chase as a given name surged in the 1990s and 2000s as surname-style names became fashionable for boys. The Chace spelling gained visibility through actor Chace Crawford of Gossip Girl, giving it a pop culture foothold alongside the more common Chase.

In medieval England, the chase was a royal hunting ground and symbol of noble privilege. The name carries connotations of pursuit, vigor, and outdoor life. In modern American culture, it projects confidence and athletic energy.

Fun Facts

The Old French chacier (to hunt) is also the ancestor of the English word catch
Chace Crawford of Gossip Girl brought this distinctive spelling to wider recognition in the late 2000s

Chace in Other Languages

French Chasseur

German Jager

Italian Cacciatore

Spanish Cazador

Portuguese Cacador

Famous People Named Chace

Chace Crawford

Actor

1985

American actor best known for playing Nate Archibald in the CW series Gossip Girl (2007-2012)

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 1
Popularity Rank: #2,635
Total SSA Count: 50
Cultural Origins: American English
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Nicknames

Cha Chy Chaie

Pairs Well With

Chace Michael Chace Thomas Chace William Chace Alexander Chace Robert Chace James

Sibling Names

Drake Blaine Tanner Sloane Harper Blair

Also a Girl Name

Chace is also used as a girl name, ranked #30927.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chace

What does the name Chace mean?

"hunter, one who hunts or pursues" (from Old French). "huntsman, game warden" (from Middle English). Chace is an alternate spelling of Chase, derived from the Old French chacier meaning to hunt or pursue. The word entered English after the Norman Conquest in 1066, and hunting was central to medieval aristocratic life. As a surname, Chase was given to huntsmen and those who worked in royal hunting grounds. The Chace spelling has a distinguished history as both a surname and given name in New England, where it was particularly common in colonial times.

What is the origin of the name Chace?

Chace has Old French, Middle English, American, and English origins. In Old French, it means "hunter, one who hunts or pursues". In Middle English, it means "huntsman, game warden".

Is Chace a boy or girl name?

Chace is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2635. As a girl name, it is ranked #30927. Chace is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Chace?

Chace is pronounced ch-AYS.

How popular is the name Chace?

Chace is currently ranked #2635 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Chace?

Common nicknames for Chace include Cha, Chy, and Chaie.

What are good middle names for Chace?

Popular middle name pairings include Chace Michael, Chace Thomas, Chace William, Chace Alexander, Chace Robert, and Chace James.

What are good sibling names for Chace?

Names that pair well with Chace as siblings include Drake, Blaine, Tanner, Sloane, Harper, and Blair.

How many syllables does Chace have?

Chace has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Chace a common or rare name?

Chace is an uncommon name, ranked #2635 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Chace

Chace is a boy name with American and English origins . The name means "hunter, one who hunts or pursues" in Old French .

Is Chace a boy or girl name? Chace is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,635 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #30,927. Chace is more commonly used as a boy name.

Chace is currently ranked #2,635 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Chace has 1 syllable and is pronounced ch-AYS, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Chace include Cha, Chy, and Chaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.