Truce

English word name

"an agreement between opponents to stop fighting for a certain time"

Truce Origin and Meaning

The name Truce is a boy's name of English origin meaning "an agreement between opponents to stop fighting for a certain time".

With its harmonious meaning and gentle sound, Truce has joined the wave of virtuous word names that have risen up the charts in the 21st century. Reflecting a wish for peace during turbulent times, Truce moved an impressive 11118 places up the US rankings in 2024, when it was chosen for nearly 230 babies. A year prior, it was given to just six babies.

A bold yet grounded feeling choice, similar in sound to Tru, Truett, and Trace, it could also work as a modern twist on Bruce.

Truce Rank in US Top 1000

# 991 in the US

Popularity of the name Truce

• 991 US 2024
• 1717 Nameberry 2025