Bryce
Bryce is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Speckled, freckled, or spot.
Origin and history
Bryce originated as a Scottish habitational surname and given name derived from the Gaelic name Bricius, likely meaning speckled or freckled. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as a stylish, modern-sounding classic. Today, it remains a stable choice for boys in the top 300 U.S. names.
Popularity in the United States
124,103 babies in the United States have been named Bryce since 1880. It ranks #270 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #267.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.4 %)
- TX (7.3 %)
- FL (5.2 %)
- OH (4.8 %)
- PA (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 11 |
| 1910-1920 | 279 |
| 1920-1930 | 872 |
| 1930-1940 | 703 |
| 1940-1950 | 841 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,506 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,932 |
| 1970-1980 | 4,307 |
| 1980-1990 | 10,279 |
| 1990-2000 | 26,755 |
| 2000-2010 | 39,878 |
| 2010-2019 | 29,041 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,699 |
Famous people named Bryce
- Bryce Harper: Baseball Player, Athlete
- Bryce Young: Football Player, Athlete
- Bryce Dallas Howard: Actress, Director
Fun facts
- The historical root Bricius belongs to a 5th-century Saint who succeeded Saint Martin as Bishop of Tours.
- Bryce was traditionally a surname before becoming popular as a given name in English-speaking countries during the 1980s and 1990s.