gender neutral
Joy
happiness, delight
About Joy
What could be more wonderful than naming your child after pure happiness itself? Joy represents the light that brightens every room and the infectious laughter that brings families together. This name embodies optimism, celebration, and the simple pleasures that make life beautiful. A boy named Joy grows up understanding that happiness is not just an emotion but a way of being in the world. The name suggests someone who finds wonder in everyday moments and helps others see the bright side of any situation. Joy is both a gift to the child who bears it and to everyone who knows him.
Popularity of the Name Joy
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names in the United States, by year.
| 1883 | #972 |
| 1900 | #874 |
| 1902 | #827 |
| 1903 | #819 |
| 1904 | #785 |
| 1916 | #992 |
| 1919 | #870 |
| 1920 | #996 |
| 1922 | #847 |
| 1925 | #853 |
| 1926 | #988 |
| 1927 | #855 |
| 1930 | #934 |
| 1931 | #895 |
| 1935 | #985 |
| 1936 | #901 |
| 1937 | #937 |
Variations of Name Joy
Names Similar to Joy
Nicknames for Joy
- Joey
- Joe
- Jojo
- Jo
