The name Trace is a girl's name meaning "of Thracia; to track down, to discover; to copy".

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This diminutive of 20th century fave Tracy (or sometimes Teresa) is more commonly used on boys though it has been occasionally given to girls too. 

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The name Trace peaked for girls at #2851 in 1970. Trace is also used for boys, ranking #704 in 2024.

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The name Trace is a boy's name meaning "of Thracia; to discover or track down; to copy".

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Undoubtedly inspired by country singer Trace Adkins, Trace is part update on 20th century fave Tracy, and part modern word name. Derived from Tracy, it originated as a Roman name meaning "of Thracia" or as a short form of Teresa; as a word name, it's got something slightly arty about it, but outdoorsy too, along the lines of Hunter, Chase, and Wilder.
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In the US Top 1000 since the 90s, its ranking has dipped up and down, but in recent years, it has been on the rise, given to around 400 boys each year.
<br></br> Musician Trace Cyrus (son of Billy Ray and brother of Miley) might also have brought the name into the public eye. 

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The name Trace is currently ranked #704 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #439 in 1998. The name is most popular in TRACE, TRACE, and TRACE. Trace is occasionally used for girls in 2024.

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