Jayce Boy

Popularity: #165 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAYSS /dʒeɪs/

Origin: English; Modern

Meaning: Modern variant of Jason

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Jayce is derived from the name Jason, which has its roots in the Ancient Greek name Ἰάσων (Iásōn), meaning "healer" or "to heal." The name Jason appears in Greek mythology, particularly associated with the hero who led the Argonauts in the quest for the Golden Fleece. The Latin form of Jason, Iason, was adopted into various languages, including Old French as Jasón, before evolving into the modern English Jason.

The transition to Jayce likely emerged as a modern variation or diminutive of Jason, reflecting contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings and phonetic adaptations. Historically, the name Jason has been significant in various cultural contexts.

In the Christian tradition, Jason is mentioned in the New Testament as a companion of Paul the Apostle, which contributed to the name's usage among early Christians. The name gained further prominence during the Renaissance, a period marked by a revival of interest in classical names and literature.

Notably, the King James Bible, published in 1611, helped solidify the name's presence in English-speaking cultures, as biblical names often carried connotations of virtue and strength. Culturally, the name Jayce, as a derivative of Jason, carries associations with heroism and healing, reflecting the qualities of its mythological and historical antecedents.

The name's phonetic appeal and modern spelling have contributed to its resonance in contemporary culture, while its roots in ancient tradition provide a sense of continuity. The diminutive form Jay, which has been used historically, also connects back to Jason, showcasing the adaptability and enduring nature of the name across different eras.

Famous people named Jayce

In this section, you will find notable people named Jayce. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Jayce who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Jayce who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Jayce Lewis is a musician and producer best known for his work in the electronic and rock genres, as well as his albums such as 'The Black' and 'The Red'.

Jayce Amaro is a professional football player best known for his time with the New York Jets and the Miami Dolphins in the NFL.

Fictional characters named Jayce

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Jayce is a fictional character from the animated series Arcane. He is a brilliant inventor and a key figure in the conflict between the cities of Piltover and Zaun.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Jayce, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

JadenJaydenJaxonJasperJett

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Jayce. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

JaceJasonJaydenJaxonJettJacekJascha

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Jayce was first seen in the United States in 1929.

Jayce has ranked as high as #233 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Jayce has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Jayce is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jayce was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jayce.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 2,230 2,199 31
2024 2,200 2,184 16
2023 2,215 2,179 36
2022 2,462 2,429 33
2021 2,461 2,421 40
2020 2,505 2,467 38
2019 2,688 2,634 54
2018 2,720 2,659 61
2017 2,984 2,917 67
2016 3,061 2,972 89
2015 3,191 3,127 64
2014 2,787 2,718 69
2013 2,754 2,673 81
2012 1,989 1,919 70
2011 1,662 1,604 58
2010 1,137 1,097 40
2009 926 873 53
2008 862 800 62
2007 768 712 56
2006 717 657 60
2005 614 560 54
2004 505 460 45
2003 487 432 55
2002 467 409 58
2001 353 308 45
2000 360 321 39
1999 256 209 47
1998 207 165 42
1997 168 132 36
1996 174 141 33
1995 125 101 24
1994 108 86 22
1993 87 70 17
1992 111 87 24
1991 84 68 16
1990 56 49 7
1989 66 55 11
1988 50 44 6
1987 90 85 5
1986 176 171 5
1985 45 39 6
1984 32 21 11
1983 15 15 0
1982 7 7 0
1981 9 9 0
1980 15 8 7
1979 20 15 5
1978 8 8 0
1977 13 7 6
1976 7 7 0
1975 8 8 0
1974 19 10 9
1972 6 6 0
1970 10 5 5
1967 6 6 0
1964 6 6 0
1963 7 7 0
1962 7 7 0
1961 6 6 0
1958 14 14 0
1957 5 5 0
1956 13 13 0
1953 7 0 7
1930 6 0 6
1929 8 0 8

Top States for Jayce (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 204
9%
FL 193
9%
CA 190
9%
GA 134
6%
NY 131
6%
NC 93
4%
OH 90
4%
PA 80
4%
MI 67
3%
NJ 65
3%
IL 64
3%
IN 60
3%
VA 59
3%
TN 52
2%
SC 48
2%
LA 46
2%
MD 42
2%
MA 41
2%
MO 41
2%
AL 39
2%
AZ 38
2%
MS 36
2%
KY 32
1%
WI 31
1%
CT 29
1%
MN 24
1%
WA 24
1%
CO 23
1%
NV 22
1%
OK 22
1%
WV 17
1%
AR 17
1%
DE 14
1%
IA 12
1%
OR 11
1%
HI 10
0%
UT 10
0%
NM 9
0%
KS 9
0%
ID 7
0%
ND 6
0%
NE 6
0%
AK 5
0%
NH 5
0%
MT 5
0%