Declining since 1992.
Popularity of Acie since 1881
Babies named Acie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1928, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Acie's real moment was 1895.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 14 |
| 1890s | 31 |
| 1900s | 78 |
| 1910s | 282 |
| 1920s | 365 |
| 1930s | 260 |
| 1940s | 251 |
| 1950s | 198 |
| 1960s | 153 |
| 1970s | 106 |
| 1980s | 87 |
| 1990s | 90 |
| 2000s | 62 |
| 2010s | 72 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Acie is a rare unisex name that saw its peak usage in the 1890s. The first recorded use of Acie in U.S. Social Security data dates back to 1881, a time when many short, simple names were popular. Its peak year was 1895, after which its usage gradually declined. By the late 20th century, Acie had become quite uncommon, with a notable drop beginning around 1992. While no top states were associated with the name, its historical presence reflects a bygone era of naming trends. Today, Acie remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an old-fashioned, minimalist name with a hint of mystery.
Acie is likely a diminutive or variant of the name Ace, which itself derives from the Latin word 'as', meaning 'one' or 'a single unit'. However, Acie may also be a short form of other names such as Acilius or a variant of Acy. The name has been used in the United States since the late 19th century, but its exact etymology remains uncertain.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Acie
Names that share Acie's style, for a brother or sister.
