Jayce
Jayce is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Healer or initials J.C.
Origin and history
Jayce is a modern English name that originated either as a phonetic spelling of the initials J.C. or as a variant of Jason or Jace. It has seen a significant rise in popularity in the United States since the early 21st century. Today, it stands as a stylish and contemporary choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
45,423 babies in the United States have been named Jayce since 1880. It ranks #538 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #160.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.4 %)
- CA (7.7 %)
- FL (7.2 %)
- NY (5.6 %)
- GA (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 32 |
| 1960-1970 | 32 |
| 1970-1980 | 66 |
| 1980-1990 | 454 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,108 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,532 |
| 2010-2019 | 24,320 |
| 2020-2029 | 13,879 |
Famous people named Jayce
- Jayce Hawryluk: Athlete, Ice Hockey Player
- Jayce Tingler: Baseball Manager, Baseball Coach
Fun facts
- Jayce entered widespread usage in the U.S. during the late 2000s and early 2010s, reflecting a broader trend of short names starting with 'J'.
- The name gained further global recognition through fictional characters, such as Jayce Talis in the animated series Arcane.