Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Royce originates from the Old French personal name 'Roïce', which is a diminutive form of 'Roi', meaning 'king'. It has evolved through various historical forms, maintaining its royal connotation. Although it lacks biblical relevance, the name has gained popularity since the 20th century and is often seen as sophisticated. Notable figures with this name include Royce Gracie and Royce Da 5'9''.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/rɔɪs/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Royce is derived from the Old French personal name 'Roïce', which is a diminutive of the name 'Roi', meaning 'king'.
Meaning
royalty, king
Language Evolution
Roïce, Roi, Royce
Historical Usage
The name Royce gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a given name and surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Roy, Roys, Roycey
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Royce is perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with luxury and nobility.
Famous People
Royce Gracie, Royce Da 5'9'', Royce O'Neale
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 857 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 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 | 478th of 7545 | 2,599 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 318th of 6773 | 5,711 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 411th of 7552 | 6,284 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 585th of 10718 | 3,045 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 708th of 16616 | 3,134 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 827th of 24088 | 3,578 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 449th of 23106 | 8,138 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2882nd of 9107 | 175 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1413th of 9204 | 546 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1777th of 12526 | 680 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4361st of 19264 | 213 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8942nd of 27321 | 116 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10550th of 35406 | 145 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3181st of 30306 | 613 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
35.66% 505th/1416 |
48.51% 669th/1379 |
15.30% 362nd/2366 |
68.30% 780th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
24.19% 374th/1546 |
35.80% 557th/1556 |
10.28% 242nd/2353 |
31.87% 493rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
19.31% 430th/2227 |
28.40% 690th/2430 |
11.74% 335th/2853 |
17.62% 489th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
23.73% 697th/2937 |
31.50% 1097th/3483 |
14.35% 505th/3518 |
15.73% 636th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
20.57% 758th/3685 |
22.59% 1011th/4475 |
14.29% 742nd/5194 |
9.48% 599th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.66% 809th/4582 |
23.92% 1235th/5164 |
12.38% 905th/7313 |
9.50% 709th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
10.97% 437th/3984 |
11.86% 532nd/4487 |
6.68% 456th/6822 |
6.71% 421st/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
84.07% 1989th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
55.76% 1312th/2353 |
88.17% 1364th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
85.45% 1903rd/2227 |
- |
58.71% 1675th/2853 |
82.13% 2279th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.96% 2349th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
47.55% 3244th/6822 |
66.95% 4202nd/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 Hawaii across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, 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 female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female 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 female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 478th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 318th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 411th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 585th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 708th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 827th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 449th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2882nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1413th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1777th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4361st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8942nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10550th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3181st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.