Trace as a Male Name
Trace is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Trace for a boy get a name with a clear English (from Tracy) heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Trace means “short form of Tracy / Thracius; sometimes 'path, track'” and is of English (from Tracy) origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Tracy, Tracey, Trayce.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Trace across all genders, see the complete Trace name meaning.
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Is Trace a boy's name?+
Trace is most commonly a boy's name. It means “short form of Tracy / Thracius; sometimes 'path, track'” and is of English (from Tracy) origin.
What does Trace mean?+
Trace means “short form of Tracy / Thracius; sometimes 'path, track'” and originates from English (from Tracy).