Ace vs Travis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Travis

Boy #362 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crossing, toll bridge operator"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#362
Total SSA Count
914
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Trav

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ace Rank #165
Travis Rank #362

Ace is more popular, ranked #165 vs #362 for Travis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ace ___

  • Ace James
  • Ace William
  • Ace Thomas
  • Ace Michael
  • Ace Henry
  • Ace Robert

Travis ___

  • Travis James
  • Travis Lee
  • Travis Michael
  • Travis Scott
  • Travis Wayne
  • Travis Allen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ace

Jett Knox Zara Cruz Mila

If you choose Travis

Cody Mason Brooke Hayley Dylan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ace or Travis more popular?

Ace is more popular, ranked #165 compared to Travis at #362 in the United States.

What do Ace and Travis mean?

Ace means "unity; the best; one" (Latin via Old French origin). Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin).

Are Ace and Travis boy or girl names?

Ace is primarily a boy name. Travis is primarily a boy name.

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