Girl · 942nd of 9,204
Joye
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
3,475
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1932
Peak Popularity Year
77
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Joye 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
The name Joye originates from Old French, meaning joy or delight. It has evolved through historical forms including 'joie' in Old French and 'joy' in Middle English. The name is associated with happiness and has no biblical relevance. Joye has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages, reflecting positive traits of joyfulness. Although less common today, it remains a name that evokes a sense of cheer.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒɔɪ/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Joye is derived from the Old French word 'joie', meaning 'joy' or 'delight'. It is often associated with happiness and cheerfulness.
Meaning
joy, delight, happiness
Language Evolution
Old French: joie, Middle English: joie, Modern English: Joye
Historical Usage
The name Joye gained popularity in the Middle Ages as a given name and has been used throughout various cultures to signify happiness.
Variants & Derivatives
Joy, Joya, Joyce
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Joye is perceived positively, associated with happiness and cheerfulness. It is less common than its variants but still carries a joyful connotation.
Famous People
Joye H. McGowan, an American artist, Joye P. Drouillard, a Canadian author
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 77 peak births in 1932
Geographic Spread
Popular across 17 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 26 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 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7007th of 7545 | 8 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1607th of 9107 | 445 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 942nd of 9204 | 1,097 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1375th of 12526 | 1,081 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2426th of 19264 | 520 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6601st of 27321 | 186 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13794th of 35406 | 91 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16017th of 30306 | 47 |