Rising since 2012, #2,798 for boys today.
Popularity of Deuce since 2003
Babies named Deuce per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 172 |
Meaning & origin
Deuce is a highly unconventional modern name that derives from the English term for the number two in card games and dice. Its use as a given name likely stems from the tradition of nicknaming a second-born son, much like 'Trey' for a third. The name first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 2003, and by 2025 it had reached its peak rank of 2,798, with an estimated 1 in 37,957 boys receiving the name that year. Its trajectory has been steadily rising since 2012, reflecting a broader trend toward bold, word-based names. The top states for Deuce births include Georgia, Florida, and California, suggesting a primarily Southern and Western appeal. While still extremely rare, Deuce fits a modern naming fashion for short, punchy, and numeric-inspired names like Ace or Seven.
Deuce is a modern English name derived from the term for the number two in card games or dice. It has been used as a nickname for a second child or as a diminutive of names beginning with Du-, such as Dudley. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2003 and has gained modest use as an unconventional given name.
Where Deuce is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Deuce
Names that share Deuce's style, for a brother or sister.
