Boyce
Boyce: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɔɪs/
Meaning and origin of Boyce
Root meaning: “wood”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Old French bois (“wood”).
How popular is Boyce?
Since 1880, 58 girls and 5,518 boys in the U.S. have been named Boyce (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4251 in 1928. Its highest rank for boys was #529 in 1938. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Boyce
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Boyce FAQ
What does the name Boyce mean?
Boyce traces back to a root meaning "wood". A male given name transferred from the surname. From Old French bois (“wood”).
What is the origin of the name Boyce?
Boyce is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Boyce?
Since 1880, 58 girls and 5,518 boys in the U.S. have been named Boyce (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4251 in 1928. Its highest rank for boys was #529 in 1938. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Boyce a boy or girl name?
Boyce is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 58 girls and 5,518 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.