UK name, mostly boys
Exauce
A French name derived from the verb exaucer, meaning "to grant, answer".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Exauce is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Exauce popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3830, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 6 births.
This profile covers 31 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2003 to 2011. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 67% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 31 living people in the UK are called Exauce. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Exauce ranked #3830 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 6 boys were registered as Exauce.
- • About 31 living people in the UK are estimated to have Exauce as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 83.8% of Exauce registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3830
2011
Births in 2011
4
Latest year
Peak year
2007
6 births
Estimated living
31
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Exauce
In England and Wales birth records, Exauce has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 83.8% of registrations are for boys and 16.2% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Exauce registered for boys
- Ranked #3,830 in 2011
- 4 boys registered in 2011
- Peak: 2007 (6 births)
Exauce registered for girls
- Ranked #5,730 in 2015
- 3 girls registered in 2015
- Peak: 2009 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Exauce mean?
The given name Exauce is derived from the French verb "exaucer," which means "to grant" or "to answer a prayer." Its roots can be traced back to the Latin word "exaudire," which is a combination of the prefix "ex" (meaning "out") and "audire" (meaning "to hear"). This name is primarily associated with the French language and culture, although its origins can be linked to the Latin-speaking world of antiquity.
The name Exauce is believed to have emerged during the Middle Ages, a period marked by the dominance of the Catholic Church and the prevalence of religious beliefs in Europe. It is possible that this name was initially bestowed upon individuals born as a result of answered prayers or perceived divine intervention, reflecting the profound significance of faith and spirituality during that era.
While there is no definitive record of the name Exauce appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is conceivable that it was inspired by the biblical concept of prayer and the belief that God answers the petitions of the faithful. The name may have been a way for devout families to express their gratitude for a child's birth, which was often seen as a blessing.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Exauce is Exauce Balian, a French soldier who fought in the Hundred Years' War between England and France during the 15th century. Another notable figure is Exauce Crespel, a French-Canadian explorer and missionary who lived in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, known for his travels and evangelization efforts among Native American tribes.
In the realm of literature, Exauce Thériot was a French poet and playwright from the 19th century, whose works explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. Exauce Joffrin, born in the early 20th century, was a French journalist and editor who contributed significantly to the country's journalism industry.
Additionally, Exauce Ndjock, a contemporary Cameroonian footballer, has carried this name into the modern era, representing his country on the international stage.
While the name Exauce may not be as common today as it once was, it remains a unique and meaningful name that reflects the historical interplay between religious devotion, cultural traditions, and the human desire for answered prayers and divine intervention.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Exauce over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Exauce in England and Wales, from 2003 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Exauce, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2011, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Exauce by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Exauce was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4254 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3038 | 24 | 5 |
Related
Names similar to Exauce
- Ethan 77,394
- Edward 53,212
- Elliot 23,450
- Elijah 22,369
- Ellis 19,358
- Elliott 16,964
- Evan 14,535
- Ezra 11,838
- Ewan 10,685
- Eli 8,126
- Elias 7,049
- Eric 6,654
FAQ
Exauce: questions and answers
How popular is the name Exauce in the UK right now?
In 2011, Exauce was ranked #3830 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Exauce most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 6 babies registered as Exauce in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Exauce?
A French name derived from the verb exaucer, meaning "to grant, answer".
How many people are called Exauce in the UK?
A total of 31 babies have been registered as Exauce across the 7 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.