Rayce
Rayce is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Swift, running, or swift course; alternative root relates to 'counsel' via Germanic roots.
Origin and history
Rayce is a modern spelling variant of the name Race, which derives either from an English habitational surname or the Old French name Race. It has gained modest traction in the United States as a contemporary alternative to names like Ray or Chase. While uncommon, it fits into the modern trend of energetic, single-syllable vocabulary-style names.
Popularity in the United States
1,413 babies in the United States have been named Rayce since 1880. It ranks #3306 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1782.
States where it is most popular
- TX (58.5 %)
- CA (17.7 %)
- ID (3.4 %)
- IL (3.4 %)
- MO (3.4 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 22 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 80 |
| 1990-2000 | 278 |
| 2000-2010 | 444 |
| 2010-2019 | 444 |
| 2020-2029 | 145 |
Fun facts
- The spelling 'Rayce' incorporates 'Ray' into the word name 'Race', creating a distinctive modern visual style.
- While never reaching the top 1,000 names, Rayce has maintained a steady trickle of usage in the U.S. since the late 20th century.