Ace

One, unity — a boy name of English origin

GenderBoy
OriginEnglish
MeaningOne, unity
PronunciationAYS

Popularity of Ace in the United States

#164Rank in 2025
2,239Births in 2025
#152 in 2022Peak Popularity
↑ Rising10-Year Trend

Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Meaning & Origin of Ace

Ace comes from the Latin "as" meaning "a unit" or "one." In cards, the ace is the highest-ranking card. In tennis and baseball, an ace denotes excellence. As a name, Ace is bold, punchy, and unmistakably modern. It has gained popularity as parents look for short, impactful names with positive connotations. Several celebrities have chosen Ace for their sons, including Jessica Simpson and Natalie Appleton, contributing to its rise.

Ace Around the World

Ace is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.

Languages
English
Details

TypeMale given name

International Variants
AiaceItalian

Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.

Famous People Named Ace

  • Ace Frehley — founding guitarist of KISS
  • Ace Young — American Idol finalist

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Ace mean?

Ace is a boy name of English origin meaning "One, unity." Ace comes from the Latin "as" meaning "a unit" or "one." In cards, the ace is the highest-ranking card.

How do you pronounce Ace?

Ace is pronounced AYS.

Is Ace a boy name?

Yes, Ace is traditionally a boy name.

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