Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bryce is a name of Scottish Gaelic origin, derived from 'Brice', which comes from the Latin 'Bricius'. It means speckled or freckled. The name has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in modern times as a first name. It conveys traits of strength and adventurousness. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/braɪs/
Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Etymology
The name Bryce is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Brice', which is thought to have originated from the Latin name 'Bricius'. This name is associated with Saint Bricius, a bishop in the early Christian church.
Meaning
Speckled, freckled
Language Evolution
Bricius (Latin), Brice (Old French), Bryce (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Bryce gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a given name influenced by its use as a surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Brice, Bryson
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Bryce is viewed as a strong and modern name, often associated with a youthful and adventurous spirit.
Famous People
Bryce Dallas Howard, Bryce Harper, Bryce Canyon (National Park)
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,437 peak births in 2000
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 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 | 851st of 7545 | 1,020 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 751st of 6773 | 1,257 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 614th of 7552 | 2,885 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 412th of 10718 | 5,947 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 191st of 16616 | 24,824 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 107th of 24088 | 61,445 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 178th of 23106 | 25,791 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8676th of 12526 | 25 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6769th of 19264 | 104 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2426th of 27321 | 762 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1810th of 35406 | 1,741 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2461st of 30306 | 884 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
40.75% 577th/1416 |
72.30% 997th/1379 |
48.48% 1147th/2366 |
71.80% 820th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
37.90% 586th/1546 |
58.80% 915th/1556 |
57.93% 1363rd/2353 |
36.72% 568th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
20.70% 461st/2227 |
32.22% 783rd/2430 |
39.01% 1113th/2853 |
16.11% 447th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
10.52% 309th/2937 |
17.05% 594th/3483 |
17.79% 626th/3518 |
7.29% 295th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
3.69% 136th/3685 |
7.06% 316th/4475 |
4.91% 255th/5194 |
2.36% 149th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
1.77% 81st/4582 |
2.25% 116th/5164 |
1.44% 105th/7313 |
2.00% 149th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
4.32% 172nd/3984 |
2.67% 120th/4487 |
2.61% 178th/6822 |
4.37% 274th/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) |
57.34% 2113th/3685 |
53.79% 2407th/4475 |
50.31% 2613th/5194 |
33.24% 2100th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.56% 1950th/4582 |
36.19% 1869th/5164 |
24.71% 1807th/7313 |
26.41% 1971st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.67% 2696th/3984 |
56.85% 2551st/4487 |
37.28% 2543rd/6822 |
37.91% 2379th/6276 |
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 Nevada 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 gradually declining. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 851st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 751st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 614th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 412th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 191st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 107th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 178th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8676th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6769th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2426th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1810th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2461st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.