Pryce Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationpryss / praɪsWelsh; English
Meaning
Welsh: son of the priest; English: price, value
Historical & Cultural Background
Pryce is a name of Welsh origin, derived from the surname ap Rhys, meaning 'son of Rhys'. It has been used as a given name in Wales and among English speakers. The name reflects a connection to heritage and familial lineage, common in Welsh naming traditions.
Trend Summary
Pryce has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often associated with modern naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Price
International Variants
- Pryce (Welsh)
- Price (English)
Famous people named Pryce
Pryce Jones was a Welsh entrepreneur known for founding the first mail order business.
Pryce Williams is a British actor recognized for his roles in various television series.
Fictional characters named Pryce
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pryce was first seen in the United States in 1931. Pryce has ranked as high as #1283 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, California, Florida, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Pryce has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pryce (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 42 |
| 2009 | 55 |
| 2010 | 39 |
| 2011 | 56 |
| 2012 | 70 |
| 2013 | 62 |
| 2014 | 55 |
| 2015 | 58 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 62 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 73 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2023 | 49 |
| 2024 | 48 |