Girl · 823rd of 9,204
Loyce
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
4,278
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1933
Peak Popularity Year
130
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Loyce stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Loyce is a name of French origin, meaning 'renowned warrior'. It evolved from the historical forms 'Louis' and 'Loïs'. The name is characterized by traits of strength and elegance, with no significant biblical relevance. Although not extremely common, it has seen a rise in popularity in recent decades.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/lɔɪs/
Origin
French
Etymology
Loyce is derived from the French name 'Loïs', which is a feminine form of 'Louis', meaning 'renowned warrior'.
Meaning
renowned warrior
Language Evolution
Louis, Loïs, Loyce
Historical Usage
The name Loyce has been relatively uncommon but has gained some popularity in English-speaking countries since the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Lois, Louise, Loy, Loycey
Modern Popularity & Image
Loyce is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and grace.
Famous People
Loyce Whiteman, an American author, Loyce H. D. Wiggins, a notable scientist
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 130 peak births in 1933
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 7 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 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1695th of 7545 | 320 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1897th of 6773 | 269 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2956th of 7552 | 148 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6253rd of 10718 | 38 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 889th of 9107 | 1,168 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 823rd of 9204 | 1,387 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1583rd of 12526 | 830 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6511th of 19264 | 111 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24966th of 27321 | 7 |