Boy
Trace
fighter, harvester
About Trace
Minimalist yet memorable, Trace captures efficiency and style in five letters. This name suggests someone who makes their mark on the world, leaving evidence of their presence and impact. Trace feels inherently active and dynamic, suited to a child who will approach life with energy and purpose. The single syllable makes it punchy and direct, requiring no diminutives or nicknames—what you see is what you get. Trace works beautifully in combinations, pairing effortlessly with nearly any middle name while maintaining its distinctive identity. The name carries subtle outdoor connotations, evoking tracking and exploration, appealing to families who value adventure and discovery. Boys named Trace often develop straightforward, honest personalities that match the name's no-nonsense quality. It's a name that translates well across different contexts, sounding equally appropriate whether your son becomes a tech innovator, craftsman, teacher, or anything else he chooses. Trace avoids the common name trap while remaining completely accessible and pronounceable. Its modern sound ensures it won't feel dated in twenty or forty years. For parents who want maximum impact with minimal fuss, Trace delivers exactly that—a name that's compact, complete, and entirely self-sufficient.
Popularity of the Name Trace
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1965 | #872 | |
| 1966 | #913 | |
| 1985 | #960 | |
| 1990 | #975 | |
| 1991 | #894 | |
| 1992 | #952 | |
| 1993 | #842 | |
| 1994 | #804 | |
| 1995 | #853 | |
| 1996 | #748 | |
| 1997 | #496 | |
| 1998 | #439 | |
| 1999 | #535 | |
| 2000 | #551 | |
| 2001 | #564 | |
| 2002 | #521 | |
| 2003 | #496 | |
| 2004 | #531 | |
| 2005 | #543 | |
| 2006 | #537 | |
| 2007 | #586 | #970 |
| 2008 | #510 | #701 |
| 2009 | #531 | #687 |
| 2010 | #524 | |
| 2011 | #573 | #882 |
| 2012 | #635 | #891 |
| 2013 | #644 | |
| 2014 | #763 | |
| 2015 | #801 | |
| 2016 | #805 | |
| 2017 | #835 | |
| 2018 | #745 | |
| 2019 | #776 | |
| 2020 | #763 | |
| 2021 | #736 | |
| 2022 | #708 | |
| 2023 | #674 | |
| 2024 | #703 | |
| 2025 | #758 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Trace
Names Similar to Trace
Nicknames for Trace
- Tray
- TJ
- Tracy
- Ray
Famous People Named Trace
| Trace Cyrus | American musician and member of the band Metro Station |
| Trace McSorley | American football player |
| Trace Gallagher | American journalist and news anchor |
| Trace Lysette | American actress and transgender activist |
| Trace Beaulieu | American puppeteer and writer known for his work on Mystery Science Theater 3000 |
| Trace Bundy | American acoustic guitarist |
| Trace Gaynor | American dancer and member of the dance crew "The Lab" |
| Trace Marx | South African rugby player |
| Trace Jackson-Davis | American college basketball player |
| Trace Smith | Australian professional basketball player |
| Trace Elliot | British manufacturer of bass amplification equipment |
| Trace Masterson | American author and editor |
| Trace Thurman | American film critic and podcast host |
| Trace Urdan | American educational analyst and consultant |
| Trace Walker | Australian rules footballer |
| Trace Bateman | American fantasy artist |
| Trace Richey | American entrepreneur and CEO of Stackin |
| Trace Adkins | American professional baseball player |
| Trace Evans | Canadian actor |
Characters Named Trace
| Trace Faraday | Character from the novel "The Third Gate" by Lincoln Child |
| Trace Kenyon | Character from the novel "The Age of Innocence" by Edith Wharton |
| Trace Morrison | Character from the TV series "The Mentalist" |
| Trace Donovan | Character from the film "That Awkward Moment" |
| Trace O'Hurley | Character from the novel series "The O'Hurleys" by Nora Roberts |
| Trace Tovart | Character from the video game "Beyond Good & Evil" |
| Trace Italian | Character from the novel "Wolf in White Van" by John Darnielle |
| Trace Midland | Character from the TV series "Roswell, New Mexico" |
| Trace Maloney | Character from the novel "Lightning" by Dean Koontz |
| Trace Evans | Character from the TV series "Hollyoaks" |
| Trace Kettering | Character from the TV series "Arrow" |
| Trace Peterson | Character from the TV series "Smallville" |
| Trace Baldwin | Character from the film "Crazy, Stupid, Love" |
| Trace Landry | Character from the TV series "Criminal Minds" |
| Trace Curtis | Character from the TV series "The Fosters" |
| Trace Riley | Character from the TV series "When Calls the Heart" |
| Trace Madsen | Character from the novel series "The Last Runaway" by Tracy Chevalier |
| Trace Walker | Character from the film "Cliffhanger" |
| Trace Armstrong | Character from the TV series "One Tree Hill" |