Meaning & History. Originally a short form of Hankin which was a medieval diminutive of JOHN. Since the 17th century in the United States this name has also been used as a diminutive of HENRY, probably under the influence of the Dutch diminutive HENK.A famous bearer is the former American baseball player Hank Aaron (1934-).ince the 17th century in the United States this name has also been used as a diminutive of HENRY, probably under the influence of the Dutch diminutive HENK. A famous bearer is the former American baseball player Hank Aaron (1934-).
American Council on Exercise. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is a nonprofit fitness certification, education and training provider with more than 60,000 certified professionals who hold more than 67,000 ACE certifications.
Admission Requirements. Alternative Certification of Educators (ACE) Candidate must hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning. Official transcripts must reflect an overall 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Admitted students must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher to be allowed to continue in the ACE program.