Jayce Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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.
The name Jayce is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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 consistently rising. 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, Jayce has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jayce' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4256th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4612th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1330th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 414th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 150th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7452nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11599th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11493rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6576th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3057th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3056th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jayce' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jayce"
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)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jayce"
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 "Jayce"
"Jayce" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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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 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayce" by Generation for Male 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) |
36.07% 1329th/3685 |
54.59% 2443rd/4475 |
29.57% 1536th/5194 |
18.05% 1140th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
7.46% 342nd/4582 |
9.49% 490th/5164 |
5.70% 417th/7313 |
6.19% 462nd/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
3.74% 149th/3984 |
2.79% 125th/4487 |
1.95% 133rd/6822 |
3.57% 224th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayce" 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) |
- | - |
80.00% 4155th/5194 |
- |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
- |
40.19% 2939th/7313 |
72.81% 5434th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
72.89% 2904th/3984 |
67.24% 3017th/4487 |
39.70% 2708th/6822 |
65.34% 4101st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jayce"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jayce" 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.