MallowbyNames

Ardyce

AR-dys · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Ardice or a feminine form of Arthur.

Peak popularity
1936
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Ardyce since 1912

Babies named Ardyce per year in U.S. Social Security records.

183755192019602000Most births 1936Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s108
1920s348
1930s442
1940s249
1950s109
1960s7
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Ardyce first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1912, but it has never been a common name. Its highest period of use was the 1930s, with a peak in 1936. Since then, its usage has remained stable but extremely rare. The name is not associated with any particular state or region. Ardyce's obscurity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that feels vintage but is unlikely to be shared.

Ardyce first appeared in U.S. records in 1912, most likely as a modern coinage or a feminized variant of names like Ardice or Arthur. It has never ranked among the top 1,000 names. The name saw modest use in the 1930s, peaking in 1936, but has remained rare since.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ardy

Variants: Ardice

Sibling names for Ardyce

Names that share Ardyce's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Elma, Fern, Inez, Leola, Myrna

Brothers: Clyde, Earl, Lloyd, Orville, Virgil

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ardyce mean?
The meaning of Ardyce is uncertain; it may be a variant of Ardice or a feminine form of Arthur, which means 'bear'.
How popular is the name Ardyce?
Ardyce has never ranked in the U.S. top 1,000 names. Its peak usage was in 1936.
Is Ardyce a boy or girl name?
Ardyce is almost exclusively used for girls.