Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brice is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Brictius', meaning freckled or speckled. It has evolved through historical forms such as Brictius and Briceus. The name is commonly associated with Saint Brice, which contributed to its popularity during the Middle Ages. Today, it is perceived as a classic name with connotations of strength and individuality, and has notable bearers in various fields.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/braɪs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Brice is derived from the Latin name 'Brictius', which is believed to mean 'speckled' or 'freckled'.
Meaning
Freckled, speckled
Language Evolution
Brictius, Briceus, Brice
Historical Usage
The name Brice gained popularity during the Middle Ages, particularly in France and England, due to the influence of Saint Brice, a 4th-century bishop.
Variants & Derivatives
Brice, Bryce, Bricius
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, Brice is seen as a classic and somewhat unique name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Brice Marden - an American painter, Brice Johnson - a professional basketball player, Brice de Nice - a fictional character from a popular French film
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 422 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 40 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1124th of 7545 | 621 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1175th of 6773 | 614 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 988th of 7552 | 1,082 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 755th of 10718 | 1,883 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 580th of 16616 | 4,541 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 668th of 24088 | 5,157 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1305th of 23106 | 1,709 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14367th of 19264 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8745th of 27321 | 120 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8929th of 35406 | 188 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14928th of 30306 | 55 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
74.79% 1059th/1416 |
- |
49.83% 1179th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
69.86% 1080th/1546 |
- |
64.56% 1519th/2353 |
73.11% 1131st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
40.41% 900th/2227 |
- |
48.86% 1394th/2853 |
32.83% 911th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.97% 616th/2937 |
36.75% 1280th/3483 |
25.87% 910th/3518 |
17.90% 724th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
11.48% 423rd/3685 |
21.65% 969th/4475 |
11.57% 601st/5194 |
9.62% 608th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.68% 535th/4582 |
20.60% 1064th/5164 |
8.05% 589th/7313 |
12.77% 953rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.27% 1166th/3984 |
37.55% 1685th/4487 |
16.18% 1104th/6822 |
32.66% 2050th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Louisiana across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1124th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1175th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 988th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 755th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 580th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 668th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1305th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14367th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8745th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8929th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14928th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.