"short form of Jason, the healer"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Jace
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"healer"
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"modern variant of Jason"
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The Story of Jace
Jace emerged in the United States as a modernized short form of Jason, itself derived from the Greek name Iason meaning 'healer'. The name gained independent standing in the 1990s as parents sought crisp one-syllable names with a contemporary feel. Some connect it to the Hebrew root meaning 'healer' through its Jason ancestry, while others treat it purely as a stylish coinage built on the trendy '-ace' ending.
Jace exploded onto the US charts in the 2000s, fueled by its appearance in the video game Magic: The Gathering (Jace Beleren) and later in the novel/TV series The Mortal Instruments. It crossed into the top 100 US boy names around 2013 and has remained popular as part of the broader trend toward punchy one-syllable boy names.
Jace is primarily a North American cultural creation with little historical footprint elsewhere. Its rise mirrors the American appetite for short, strong names that sound masculine without feeling stuffy or old-fashioned.
Historical Record
Jace first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 88,399 babies have been named Jace in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jace is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #114 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jace Beleren is one of the most recognizable characters in Magic: The Gathering lore
- The name entered the US top 100 for boys in 2013
- Jace is one of the fastest-rising boy names of the 21st century
Jace in Other Languages
French
Jace
Hebrew
יָשׁ
Spanish
Jace
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Popularity Over Time
#114
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Jace
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Jace Norman
Actor
2000
American actor known for playing Henry Hart in Nickelodeon's Henry Danger
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Jace Everett
Musician
1972
American country and blues singer known for Bad Things, the theme song for HBO's True Blood
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Jace Beleren Fictional
Other
Fictional planeswalker and central character in Magic: The Gathering card game lore
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Jace Herondale Fictional
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Protagonist of Cassandra Clare's The Mortal Instruments book series
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #114
- Total SSA Count
- 3,113
- Cultural Origins
- American English Israeli
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jace
What does the name Jace mean?
"short form of Jason, the healer" (from Greek). "healer" (from Hebrew). "modern variant of Jason" (from American English). Jace emerged in the United States as a modernized short form of Jason, itself derived from the Greek name Iason meaning 'healer'. The name gained independent standing in the 1990s as parents sought crisp one-syllable names with a contemporary feel. Some connect it to the Hebrew root meaning 'healer' through its Jason ancestry, while others treat it purely as a stylish coinage built on the trendy '-ace' ending.
What is the origin of the name Jace?
Jace has Greek, Hebrew, American English, American, English, and Israeli origins. In Greek, it means "short form of Jason, the healer". In Hebrew, it means "healer". In American English, it means "modern variant of Jason".
Is Jace a boy or girl name?
Jace is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #114. As a girl name, it is ranked #7248. Jace is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jace?
Jace is currently ranked #114 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Jace?
Popular middle name pairings include Jace Alexander, Jace Michael, Jace William, Jace Thomas, Jace Owen, Jace Lee, and Jace Cole.
What are good sibling names for Jace?
Names that pair well with Jace as siblings include Liam, Caleb, Mason, Ava, Lily, Chloe, and Zoe.
How many syllables does Jace have?
Jace has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jace a common or rare name?
Jace is a popular name, ranked #114 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
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About the Name Jace
Jace is a boy name with American, English, and Israeli origins . The name means "short form of Jason, the healer" in Greek .
Is Jace a boy or girl name? Jace is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #114 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #7,248. Jace is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jace is currently ranked #114 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jace has 1 syllable, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jace include J. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jace include Jack, Jackson, Jacob, Jacoby, Jacari . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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