Holding steady.
Popularity of Deloyce since 1929
Babies named Deloyce per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1942, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Deloyce's real moment was 1935.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 44 |
| 1940s | 43 |
| 1950s | 12 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Deloyce is a rare feminine name that exemplifies the trend of creative name blending in early 20th-century America. First recorded in 1929, its peak usage occurred in 1935, capturing the melodic style of the era. The name's trajectory has been stable but very low, never reappearing with any frequency after its initial decade of use. It remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a vintage feel, though its obscurity means it is unlikely to be encountered often.
Deloyce first appeared in the United States in the late 1920s and saw moderate use through the 1930s, peaking in 1935. The name appears to be a blend of popular feminine names of the era, such as Delores and Joyce, or possibly a respelling of Delois. Its usage declined sharply after the 1940s and it is now very rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dee, Loyce
Sibling names for Deloyce
Names that share Deloyce's style, for a brother or sister.
