Loyce Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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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.

The name Loyce is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl 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, Loyce has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Loyce' 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 1897th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2956th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6253rd out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 889th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 823rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1583rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6511th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24966th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Loyce' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Loyce"

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Pronunciation

/lɔɪs/

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Origin

French

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Etymology

Loyce is derived from the French name 'Loïs', which is a feminine form of 'Louis', meaning 'renowned warrior'.

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Meaning

renowned warrior

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Language Evolution

Louis, Loïs, Loyce

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Historical Usage

The name Loyce has been relatively uncommon but has gained some popularity in English-speaking countries since the 20th century.

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Variants & Derivatives

Lois, Louise, Loy, Loycey

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Modern Popularity & Image

Loyce is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and grace.

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Famous People

Loyce Whiteman, an American author, Loyce H. D. Wiggins, a notable scientist

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Loyce"

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 "Loyce"

"Loyce" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
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

Regional Popularity of "Loyce" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 56.26%
1331st/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 68.25%
1606th/2353
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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 "Loyce" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
88.77%
1257th/1416
- 24.85%
588th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
80.60%
1246th/1546
- 24.31%
572nd/2353
70.27%
1087th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 35.79%
1021st/2853
69.33%
1924th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - 85.42%
3005th/3518
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Loyce"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Loyce" 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.