Boy · 150th of 23,106
Jayce
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
44,904
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2015
Peak Popularity Year
3,191
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jayce stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Jayce is a modern name derived from the Greek name Jason, which means 'healer'. It evolved from Jason through Latin to its current form in English. The name is often associated with positive traits such as healing and vitality. It does not have a biblical background. Jayce became popular in the late 20th century and is currently perceived as trendy and appealing, with variants like Jason and Jase.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒeɪs/
Origin
Modern American English
Etymology
Jayce is often considered a modern variant of the name Jason, which has roots in Greek. Jason means 'healer' and is derived from the Greek word 'iasthai'.
Meaning
healer
Language Evolution
Jason (Greek), Iason (Latin), Jayce (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Jayce gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and trendy name, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Jason, Jase, Jayson
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jayce is viewed as a contemporary and appealing name, often associated with youthfulness and vitality.
Famous People
Jayce Smith (fictional character), Jayce Johnson (athlete)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 3,191 peak births in 2015
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 11 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4256th of 7552 | 58 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4612th of 10718 | 80 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1330th of 16616 | 1,048 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 414th of 24088 | 10,656 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 150th of 23106 | 31,355 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7452nd of 9204 | 14 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11599th of 12526 | 7 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11493rd of 19264 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6576th of 27321 | 187 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3057th of 35406 | 820 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3056th of 30306 | 647 |