Bruce Boy

Popularity: #471 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationBROOS / /bruːs/

Scottish; English

Meaning

Scottish: from the brushwood thicket; English: the dweller by the brushwood

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Bruce is of Scottish origin, historically associated with the Scottish royal family, particularly Robert the Bruce, a key figure in the Wars of Scottish Independence. It became popular in the English-speaking world during the 19th century. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, often symbolizing strength and resilience.

Trend Summary

The name Bruce has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the 1990s.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Brus
  • Brucie

International Variants

  • Bruno (Italian)
  • Bruno (Spanish)
  • Bruno (Portuguese)

Famous people named Bruce

Bruce Lee was a martial artist and actor known for his roles in films such as 'Enter the Dragon'.

Bruce Springsteen is a renowned American singer-songwriter famous for his rock music and energetic performances.

Bruce Willis is an American actor known for his roles in action films, particularly the 'Die Hard' series.

Bruce Jenner, now known as Caitlyn Jenner, is a former Olympic athlete and television personality.

Fictional characters named Bruce

Bruce Wayne is the alter ego of Batman in the DC Comics universe, known for his fight against crime in Gotham City.

Bruce Banner is the alter ego of the Hulk in Marvel Comics, a scientist who transforms into a powerful creature when angered.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Bruce was first seen in the United States in 1880. Bruce has ranked as high as #55 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Bruce has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Bruce (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 84
17%
TX 55
11%
FL 39
8%
NY 29
6%
PA 19
4%
VA 17
4%
IL 17
4%
NC 17
4%
MI 16
3%
GA 15
3%
WA 15
3%
OH 13
3%
MO 12
2%
WI 11
2%
AZ 11
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
188047
188134
188266
188350
188440
188556
188655
188744
188845
188962
189059
189150
189260
189364
189463
189565
189669
189758
189864
189966
190086
190165
190260
190367
190487
190585
190677
190789
190899
1909121
191098
1911155
1912328
1913390
1914530
1915663
1916740
1917805
1918988
1919880
1920996
19211,070
19221,106
19231,224
19241,311
19251,354
19261,413
19271,459
19281,628
19291,618
19301,713
19311,787
19321,935
19332,037
19342,401
19352,447
19362,630
19372,809
19383,127
19393,233
19403,789
19414,302
19425,385
19435,430
19445,262
19455,615
19468,459
194710,524
194811,065
194912,265
195012,674
195114,090
195214,480
195314,048
195414,155
195514,083
195614,660
195713,882
195812,475
195911,912
196010,966
196110,704
196210,038
19639,273
19647,893
19656,325
19665,843
19675,066
19684,486
19694,043
19703,482
19712,972
19722,313
19731,914
19741,854
19751,789
19761,690
19771,700
19781,701
19791,712
19801,650
19811,634
19821,589
19831,440
19841,460
19851,412
19861,348
19871,304
19881,286
19891,212
19901,170
19911,039
1992922
1993822
1994747
1995665
1996663
1997631
1998652
1999589
2000563
2001579
2002510
2003509
2004532
2005490
2006550
2007636
2008581
2009586
2010485
2011574
2012668
2013710
2014773
2015765
2016702
2017721
2018612
2019624
2020587
2021548
2022526
2023547
2024553