UK boy's name
Pace
A Latin name meaning peace or calmness.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Pace is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Pace popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2022 to 2022. 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.
Pace is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Pace. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Pace ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 3 boys were registered as Pace.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Pace as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2022
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Pace mean?
The name Pace originated from the Latin word "pax," which means "peace." It has been used as a given name since ancient Roman times, symbolizing tranquility, serenity, and harmony. The name's roots can be traced back to the late antiquity period, around the 4th to 6th centuries CE.
In Italy, the name Pace has a long and rich history. It was commonly used during the medieval era and gained popularity in the Renaissance period. One of the earliest recorded examples of the name dates back to the 13th century, when a Franciscan friar named Pace da Faenza lived and worked in the Italian city of Faenza.
The name Pace has also been found in various religious and historical texts. In the Bible, the phrase "Pax Vobiscum" (Latin for "Peace be with you") is frequently used as a greeting and blessing. Additionally, the name appears in the writings of several ancient Roman philosophers and authors, including Cicero and Seneca.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Pace. One of the earliest was Pace da Ferrara (1425-1514), an Italian sculptor and architect who worked on numerous ecclesiastical buildings during the Renaissance. Another prominent individual was Pace da Certaldo (1325-1369), an Italian merchant and diplomat who served as an ambassador for the Republic of Florence.
In the 16th century, Pace Bianco (1510-1592) was a renowned Italian philosopher and theologian who taught at the University of Padua. He was known for his works on logic and metaphysics, and his contributions to the development of humanistic thought.
Pace Latini (1634-1707) was an Italian painter and architect active during the Baroque period. He is particularly renowned for his fresco work in churches and palaces throughout Italy, including the Church of Santa Maria della Vittoria in Rome.
Another notable figure was Pace Pastorel (1865-1928), an Italian sculptor and medalist who created numerous public monuments and memorials in Italy and the United States. His works can be found in cities like Rome, New York, and Washington, D.C.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have carried the name Pace. While its usage has varied over time and across different regions, the name has maintained its symbolism of peace and tranquility, reflecting the values and aspirations of those who bore it.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Pace by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Pace 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Pace
- Patrick 17,559
- Peter 13,150
- Paul 8,542
- Philip 4,997
- Parker 4,664
- Phoenix 3,865
- Preston 3,370
- Prince 1,782
- Patryk 1,763
- Phillip 1,697
- Percy 1,395
- Perry 1,015
FAQ
Pace: questions and answers
How popular is the name Pace in the UK right now?
In 2022, Pace was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Pace most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 3 babies registered as Pace in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Pace?
A Latin name meaning peace or calmness.
How many people are called Pace in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Pace across the 1 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.