Rising since 1989, #167 for boys today.
Popularity of Jayce since 1956
Babies named Jayce per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 32 |
| 1960s | 32 |
| 1970s | 66 |
| 1980s | 454 |
| 1990s | 1,108 |
| 2000s | 5,532 |
| 2010s | 24,320 |
| 2020s | 13,879 |
Meaning & origin
Jayce is a modern name that entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1956, a relatively late debut compared to many traditional names. It saw a significant uptick in usage starting in 1989, with a trajectory of rising popularity ever since. At its peak in 2015, the name reached its highest rank, though it remains a steady choice, holding a rank of 167 in 2025. Roughly 1 in every 777 boys receives the name today, reflecting its solid presence without being oversaturated. Geographically, Jayce has shown particular favor in states like Rhode Island, Hawaii, and Alaska, indicating a broad but regionally varied appeal. Its etymology is debated, likely a modern coinage or a creative variant of Jason, but its sound aligns with trendy, energetic names ending in the 'ayce' sound, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a contemporary yet accessible name.
Jayce first appeared in U.S. records in 1956, likely as a modern coinage. It may be a phonetic variant of Jason, derived from Greek 'iasthai' (to heal), or a combination of the name Jay with the popular -ce ending seen in names like Chase. The name gained momentum in the late 20th century, particularly after a notable rise in popularity starting in 1989.
Where Jayce is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Jayce” around the world
Where Jayce lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
55
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Quebec
49
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jay
Sibling names for Jayce
Names that share Jayce's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Maya, Aria, Lila, Ella, Nova, Jaylah, Amyah, Daija, Jayanna, Kamiya, Maleigha, Royale, Caliah, Camiya, Dayonna, Heavenlee, Jaelee, Jailine, Javeah, Jayma, Jaysa, Keisy, Maloni, Miasia, Naryah, Nyelle, Sayla, Yesly, Adayah, Brenae, Caydee, Essynce, Eyana, Jaiah, Jakera, Jalayla, Jalea, Jarae, Jazaiyah, Jnae, Jniya, Kaprice, Layce, Loveah, Mayley, Maziyah, Mikyah, Mylin, Naveyah, Nyleah, Zamyah, Aydee, Nyriah, Ajanay, Aunesti, Camree, Deylin, Geonna, Gracelee, Jahniah, Jaidynn, Jannae, Jatia, Javaya, Jayona, Jeanae, Jhane, Kaileena, Kayslee, Keylah, Khilee, Nikaya, Nylayah, Reniah, Saysha, Shalay, Yunique, Zayonna, Zniyah, Zonnique, Zyona
Brothers: Jax, Ryker, Miles, Leo, Ezra, Amaree, Jadan, Kaylon, Aycen, Jaceon, Javonni, Jaycion, Jayro, Kamaree, Kamauri, Kawhi, Kymari, Prynce, Tyjae, Tylik, Zyir, Anuel, Arjay, Chayson, Daion, Jairen, Jakel, Jaydrian, Jayland, Jayston, Kelon, Myaire, Nymir, Rayson, Tayvian, Zayvon, Jacquees, Jaydis, Daryon, Dayven, Desiah, Jaymari, Jayshun, Jazai, Jrake, Kaion, Kaiyon, Kayston, Keyion, Kyvon, Maycen, Teejay, Traylen, Vaylen, Zamauri
Names like Jayce
Names whose popularity has moved with Jayce's over the last 50 years.
