Joye
Joye is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Joy, delight, or happiness.
Origin and history
Joye is a variant spelling of the English name Joy, derived from the Old French word 'joie', meaning delight or happiness. It has been used continuously in the United States since the late 19th century as a feminine given name. Although less common than the standard spelling Joy, it offers a traditional alternative with an added terminal 'e'.
Popularity in the United States
3,473 babies in the United States have been named Joye since 1880. It ranks #3010 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2080.
States where it is most popular
- TX (32.5 %)
- SC (16.8 %)
- OK (13.7 %)
- GA (6.5 %)
- NC (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 16 |
| 1910-1920 | 124 |
| 1920-1930 | 424 |
| 1930-1940 | 628 |
| 1940-1950 | 584 |
| 1950-1960 | 593 |
| 1960-1970 | 434 |
| 1970-1980 | 315 |
| 1980-1990 | 138 |
| 1990-2000 | 96 |
| 2000-2010 | 56 |
| 2010-2019 | 44 |
| 2020-2029 | 21 |
Fun facts
- Joye represents a historical Middle English spelling variant of the modern word and name Joy.
- Over 3,400 girls have been named Joye in the United States since SSA record-keeping began in 1880.