Cloyce Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cloyce is derived from the Old English term meaning 'to close' or 'enclosure.' The name has evolved from Cloyse to its current form, Cloyce. It is not widely popular today but carries a unique charm and individuality. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Cloyce is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Cloyce has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Cloyce' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1695th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1555th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2857th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7263rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5044th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4542nd out of 9204 names. Discover how the name 'Cloyce' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cloyce"
Pronunciation
/klɔɪs/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Cloyce is derived from the Old English word 'cloystre,' meaning 'enclosure' or 'to close.' It is often considered a variant of the name Cloyse, which has similar roots.
Meaning
enclosure, to close
Language Evolution
Cloyse, Cloyce
Historical Usage
The name Cloyce has been used in English-speaking regions since the early 20th century, although it remains relatively uncommon.
Variants & Derivatives
Cloyse, Cloy
Modern Popularity & Image
Cloyce is viewed as a unique and somewhat vintage name, often associated with a sense of individuality and charm.
Famous People
Cloyce H. Smith, American politician, Cloyce A. Hodge, American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cloyce"
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 of "Cloyce"
"Cloyce" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1695th of 7545 | 320 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1555th of 6773 | 371 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2857th of 7552 | 157 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7263rd of 10718 | 24 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5044th of 9107 | 51 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4542nd of 9204 | 70 |
Regional Popularity of "Cloyce" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
53.32% 755th/1416 |
- |
68.89% 1630th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
64.49% 997th/1546 |
- |
55.25% 1300th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cloyce" by Generation for 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cloyce"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cloyce" 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.