Rising since 2019, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Acre since 2019
Babies named Acre per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 9 |
| 2020s | 125 |
Meaning & origin
Acre is an ultra-rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2019 and has been rising gradually ever since. With a rank of 6,803 in 2023 and a frequency of approximately 1 in 142,340 births, it remains a highly unusual choice. Its peak year so far is 2022, suggesting a slight uptick in interest. The name likely draws on the English word for a unit of land or the biblical place name Acre (an ancient port city), giving it a grounded, earthy feel. As a modern coinage with no recorded use before 2019, Acre appeals to parents seeking a short, strong name with a subtle connection to nature or history. Its rising trajectory indicates growing curiosity among naming enthusiasts, though it remains far from mainstream.
Acre is a rare modern coinage, likely inspired by the English word for a unit of land measurement ('acre') or derived from the place name 'Acre', an ancient port city in Israel (also known as 'Akko' or 'Acco'). The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2019, and its use has been rising slowly, possibly chosen for its strong, straightforward sound or as a surname-derived given name. It has no well-documented historical use as a personal name prior to the 21st century.
Sibling names for Acre
Names that share Acre's style, for a brother or sister.
