Race
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Race Origin and Meaning
The name Race is a boy's name.
Race is a masculine name with English origins, functioning as both a word name and a shortened form of the historical name Horace. As a modern English word name, it evokes qualities of speed, competition, and athletic ability. Though relatively uncommon as a given name, it has seen some usage in the United States, particularly in the 21st century as part of the trend toward short, strong-sounding masculine names. Race has a dynamic, energetic quality that appeals to parents looking for names that project vitality and determination. Its brevity and familiar word status make it easily recognizable while still being distinctive as a personal name.
The name Race in Pop Culture
- Race Bannoncharacter in the animated series "Johnny Quest".
- Anthony "Racetrack" or "Race" Higginscharacter in the movie and musical Newsies
- Raceterm for competition based on speed
- Racea classification of humans