NAME PROFILE
Boyce
Boyce is a name of Old French origin, meaning 'dweller by the woods.' It evokes a sense of nature and tranquility, often associated with individuals who are grounded, thoughtful, and creative.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,576 |
| Gender | Male (51% / 49%) |
| Peak year | 1938 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 1980 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NC — 25%SC — 24%TX — 21%AR — 18%KY — 12%
Notable People
Boyce Avenue (Band known for acoustic covers) · Boyce Watkins (Scholar and social commentator) · Boyce Thompson (American botanist) · Boyce Asher (Artist and musician) · Boyce F. McClain (American politician)
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