Orace
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Orace is a boy’s name of Latin origin, meaning “A variant of the Latin name 'Horace,' which may be derived from the Etruscan name 'Horos' or related to the Latin word 'hora' meaning 'hour' or 'season.'”, and peaked in popularity in 1916.
What Orace Means
“A variant of the Latin name 'Horace,' which may be derived from the Etruscan name 'Horos' or related to the Latin word 'hora' meaning 'hour' or 'season.'”
The Story of Orace
This name carries the weight of learned tradition, a refined sound echoing through centuries of art and intellect.
A variant of the venerable Latin name Horace, Orace may stem from the Etruscan 'Horos' or the Latin 'hora,' meaning 'hour' or 'season.' It appeared in records around 1915, a fleeting echo of a more classical era.
For your son, Orace suggests a thoughtful and artistic temperament. You imagine a child with a deep appreciation for culture, a curious mind, and a refined sensibility in all he does.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Horace Mann
American educator, statesman, and reformer.
Horace Greeley
American newspaper editor and politician.
Horace Silver
American jazz pianist and composer.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#8 in 1916
Total Births
14
First Recorded
1915
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