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Horace
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About Horace
Step into distinguished tradition with Horace, a name that carries centuries of literary and cultural heritage while maintaining relevance in today's world. This classic choice evokes images of wisdom, scholarly pursuits, and refined sensibilities.
Unlike trendy names that may feel dated within a decade, Horace possesses staying power rooted in historical significance. The name suggests someone thoughtful and intellectual, perhaps destined for academic achievement or creative pursuits. Its vintage charm has begun attracting modern parents seeking alternatives to overused traditional names.
Horace offers your son a name with genuine pedigree - worn by Roman poets, Victorian gentlemen, and contemporary innovators alike. Its current rarity makes it fresh again, providing uniqueness through classical means. Choose Horace if you value substance over trends and want your son's name to convey depth and character.
Popularity of the Name Horace
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #79 | |
| 1881 | #85 | |
| 1882 | #88 | |
| 1883 | #83 | |
| 1884 | #98 | |
| 1885 | #94 | |
| 1886 | #99 | |
| 1887 | #96 | |
| 1888 | #103 | |
| 1889 | #100 | |
| 1890 | #103 | |
| 1891 | #97 | |
| 1892 | #100 | |
| 1893 | #104 | |
| 1894 | #97 | |
| 1895 | #90 | |
| 1896 | #95 | |
| 1897 | #107 | |
| 1898 | #101 | |
| 1899 | #105 | |
| 1900 | #97 | #53 |
| 1901 | #96 | #52 |
| 1902 | #100 | #53 |
| 1903 | #111 | #53 |
| 1904 | #102 | #54 |
| 1905 | #101 | #48 |
| 1906 | #106 | #56 |
| 1907 | #108 | #60 |
| 1908 | #107 | #68 |
| 1909 | #109 | #79 |
| 1910 | #123 | #69 |
| 1911 | #123 | #68 |
| 1912 | #119 | #74 |
| 1913 | #123 | #84 |
| 1914 | #125 | #69 |
| 1915 | #122 | #82 |
| 1916 | #126 | #79 |
| 1917 | #125 | #80 |
| 1918 | #132 | #101 |
| 1919 | #127 | #101 |
| 1920 | #128 | #112 |
| 1921 | #129 | #96 |
| 1922 | #132 | #124 |
| 1923 | #134 | #101 |
| 1924 | #143 | #151 |
| 1925 | #145 | #156 |
| 1926 | #149 | #131 |
| 1927 | #145 | #144 |
| 1928 | #147 | |
| 1929 | #153 | |
| 1930 | #158 | #142 |
| 1931 | #160 | |
| 1932 | #168 | #145 |
| 1933 | #165 | |
| 1934 | #170 | |
| 1935 | #174 | |
| 1936 | #188 | |
| 1937 | #180 | |
| 1938 | #188 | |
| 1939 | #188 | |
| 1940 | #199 | |
| 1941 | #193 | |
| 1942 | #208 | |
| 1943 | #213 | |
| 1944 | #215 | |
| 1945 | #225 | |
| 1946 | #234 | |
| 1947 | #237 | |
| 1948 | #240 | |
| 1949 | #246 | |
| 1950 | #251 | |
| 1951 | #276 | |
| 1952 | #271 | |
| 1953 | #272 | |
| 1954 | #284 | |
| 1955 | #311 | |
| 1956 | #320 | |
| 1957 | #330 | |
| 1958 | #373 | |
| 1959 | #368 | |
| 1960 | #386 | |
| 1961 | #404 | |
| 1962 | #431 | |
| 1963 | #444 | |
| 1964 | #428 | |
| 1965 | #442 | |
| 1966 | #463 | |
| 1967 | #457 | |
| 1968 | #482 | |
| 1969 | #520 | |
| 1970 | #520 | |
| 1971 | #511 | |
| 1972 | #562 | |
| 1973 | #599 | |
| 1974 | #611 | |
| 1975 | #682 | |
| 1976 | #647 | |
| 1977 | #673 | |
| 1978 | #693 | |
| 1979 | #687 | |
| 1980 | #793 | |
| 1981 | #782 | |
| 1982 | #736 | |
| 1983 | #814 | |
| 1984 | #829 | |
| 1985 | #912 | |
| 1986 | #893 | |
| 1988 | #951 | |
| 1989 | #953 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand
Variations of Name Horace
Names Similar to Horace
Nicknames for Horace
- Horry
- Ace
- Race
- Hor
- Horey
