A small, swift river fish
Derived from the Middle English word 'darce', referring to a small freshwater fish in the carp family. It is also considered a shortened form of the French surname D'Arce, meaning 'from Arce'. In modern usage, it is appreciated for its brisk, energetic sound and connection to the natural world.
Less common today
Dace isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,081 in 1993.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
A character in the video game series Β· Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
A character in the fantasy novel series Β· The Chronicles of Elantra