Prynce
Prynce is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
First, chief, or prince.
Origin and history
Prynce is a contemporary variant spelling of Prince, derived from the Old French 'prince' and Latin 'princeps'. The name functions as a royal title transfer, representing nobility or leader status. It has seen increased usage in the United States in recent years as parents seek unique modern spellings.
Popularity in the United States
651 babies in the United States have been named Prynce since 1880. It ranks #4025 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1629.
States where it is most popular
- TX (36.4 %)
- FL (24.5 %)
- NY (11.3 %)
- GA (9.3 %)
- CA (7.9 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 11 |
| 2010-2019 | 342 |
| 2020-2029 | 298 |
Fun facts
- The addition of the letter 'y' is a popular modern trend to give traditional title names a unique visual style.
- It ultimately derives from the Latin 'princeps', which was a title given to the chief person or Roman emperor.