Race
Race is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Swift current, running contest, or swift person.
Origin and history
Race is an English vocabulary name derived from the word referring to a running contest or speed trial, or historically from an Old Norse root meaning a swift current of water. It has seen rare usage as a given name in the United States, usually chosen for its dynamic and energetic sound. It remains an unconventional choice outside the top 1000 names.
Popularity in the United States
1,411 babies in the United States have been named Race since 1880. It ranks #3308 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1869.
States where it is most popular
- CA (51.6 %)
- TX (15 %)
- OH (9.8 %)
- IL (6.5 %)
- WA (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 41 |
| 1960-1970 | 39 |
| 1970-1980 | 30 |
| 1980-1990 | 114 |
| 1990-2000 | 352 |
| 2000-2010 | 532 |
| 2010-2019 | 245 |
| 2020-2029 | 58 |
Fun facts
- The English word 'race' in the sense of a swift current of water comes from the Old Norse 'rás'.
- Race Bannon is a well-known fictional character from the classic animated series Jonny Quest.