Tice

“Short form of 'Matthias', meaning 'gift of God'.”

Germanic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#524US 2023

1.7kBirths / yr

→Stable

49All-time births

📅 Since 192400

What does Tice mean and where does it come from?

Tice can be considered a contemporary diminutive form that has evolved in the United States from traditional German names. It carries connotations of being a gift or blessing. The name is not overly common and may appeal to parents looking for strong, short names that are distinctive but also carry

Cultural significance

Tice has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Germanic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of short form of 'matthias', meaning 'gift of god'..

Peak popularity

Reached #4345 in 1924 — currently #524 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Tice?

Tice works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Tice Grace

How popular is Tice right now?

Holding steady — currently #524 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#524 · Top 0.39%

2005

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#524	1,676	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#529	1,656	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#534	1,626	▲ up 7046 · +16160% births
2015	#7580	10	▲ up 4120 · +100% births
2005	#11700	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Tice

Best Year2023Rank #524

Peak Count1,676

Average Rank#4173

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20235 years

The story of Tice

Tice entered American naming records in 1924 and has been in use for over 100 years. With 49 total births recorded, Tice remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11700 in 2005 to #524 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Tice in 1924:

Robert John William James Charles

Tice by decade

Tice peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	6
2000s ★	22
2010s	21

💎Tice has only 49 total recorded births since 1924 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Tice?

Common

TicTicieTicy

Famous people named Tice

Tice (medieval German ruler)

Tice bore this name during the Holy Roman Empire, spreading Germanic naming traditions across Europe.

Tice (Germanic saint)

Tice spread this name through the Germanic missionary tradition of early Christianity.

Tice (medieval German ruler)

Tice bore this name during the Holy Roman Empire, spreading Germanic naming traditions across Europe.

Tice (Norse explorer)

Tice carried this name across Scandinavia and into the North Atlantic during the Viking Age.

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What names sound and feel like Tice?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Tice also consider these

Vice

American · morally bad behavior

Rice

American · English

Hice

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Bice

Arabic · A Arabic name

Dice

American · To play dice

Ice

USA · Cool, pure

Trice

American · Threefold or a

Tige

American · French

Common questions about the name Tice

What does the name Tice mean?

Tice means "Short form of 'Matthias', meaning 'gift of God'." — a name rooted in Germanic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Tice?

Tice is currently ranked #524 as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Tice?

Tice originates from Germanic tradition. Germanic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What personality traits are associated with the name Tice?

Studies on name perception suggest that Tice is often associated with strength and reliability. Of course, personality is shaped by experience, not a name — but the perception can influence first impressions throughout life.

What middle names pair well with Tice?

Tice is a balanced name that pairs beautifully with middle names of longer, flowing length. Classic middle names like Grace, Rose, James, and Michael complement Tice particularly well.