Jace is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #110 in 2023 with 3,210 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2013 with 6,398 births ranking #66. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 585.9%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 532 boys born was named Jace. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Jace is a sharp modern short name usually understood as a clipped form from older names such as Jason. Its appeal is mostly in its brisk sound and polished simplicity.
The name rose quickly in modern English-speaking naming as parents embraced concise, high-energy boys' names. It now feels established even though its widespread use is relatively recent.