Cole vs Jace

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cole

Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#162
Total SSA Count
2,219
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Jace

Boy #114 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Jason, the healer"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#114
Total SSA Count
3,113
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
J

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cole Rank #162
Jace Rank #114

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 vs #162 for Cole.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cole ___

  • Cole James
  • Cole Alexander
  • Cole Thomas
  • Cole Henry
  • Cole Robert
  • Cole Bennett

Jace ___

  • Jace Alexander
  • Jace Michael
  • Jace William
  • Jace Thomas
  • Jace Owen
  • Jace Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cole

Lily Grace Jack Owen Ella

If you choose Jace

Liam Caleb Mason Ava Lily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cole or Jace more popular?

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 compared to Cole at #162 in the United States.

What do Cole and Jace mean?

Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin). Jace means "short form of Jason, the healer" (Greek origin).

Are Cole and Jace boy or girl names?

Cole is primarily a boy name. Jace is primarily a boy name.

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