gender neutral
Royce
son of the king
About Royce
Luxurious and refined, Royce exudes sophistication with an undertone of strength. This distinguished name suggests both elegance and power, creating an appealing combination for parents seeking something special. Royce carries associations with quality and excellence, making it aspirational without being pretentious. The name works beautifully in professional contexts, particularly in business, law, or creative industries where a polished image matters. Despite its upscale connotations, Royce remains accessible and down-to-earth, never feeling too formal for everyday life. The single syllable gives it impact and memorability while maintaining simplicity. Parents drawn to Royce often appreciate the finer things in life while staying grounded in authentic values. It ages magnificently, working equally well for a curious toddler, ambitious teenager, or accomplished adult. Royce offers a perfect balance between traditional sensibilities and contemporary appeal, making it relevant across generations and social contexts.
Popularity of the Name Royce
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | #939 | |||
| 1895 | #962 | |||
| 1896 | #769 | |||
| 1897 | #922 | |||
| 1898 | #976 | |||
| 1900 | #827 | |||
| 1903 | #767 | |||
| 1904 | #949 | |||
| 1906 | #843 | |||
| 1909 | #798 | |||
| 1911 | #661 | |||
| 1912 | #712 | |||
| 1913 | #690 | |||
| 1914 | #576 | |||
| 1915 | #534 | |||
| 1916 | #514 | |||
| 1917 | #507 | |||
| 1918 | #525 | |||
| 1919 | #513 | |||
| 1920 | #464 | |||
| 1921 | #433 | #157 | ||
| 1922 | #451 | |||
| 1923 | #420 | |||
| 1924 | #401 | #148 | ||
| 1925 | #403 | |||
| 1926 | #376 | |||
| 1927 | #372 | |||
| 1928 | #358 | |||
| 1929 | #330 | |||
| 1930 | #324 | |||
| 1931 | #317 | |||
| 1932 | #312 | |||
| 1933 | #319 | |||
| 1934 | #315 | |||
| 1935 | #283 | |||
| 1936 | #299 | |||
| 1937 | #299 | |||
| 1938 | #301 | |||
| 1939 | #316 | |||
| 1940 | #305 | |||
| 1941 | #304 | |||
| 1942 | #339 | |||
| 1943 | #317 | |||
| 1944 | #324 | |||
| 1945 | #331 | #184 | ||
| 1946 | #344 | #203 | ||
| 1947 | #359 | #200 | ||
| 1948 | #356 | |||
| 1949 | #372 | #194 | ||
| 1950 | #375 | |||
| 1951 | #363 | |||
| 1952 | #357 | |||
| 1953 | #365 | |||
| 1954 | #368 | |||
| 1955 | #373 | |||
| 1956 | #402 | |||
| 1957 | #425 | |||
| 1958 | #430 | |||
| 1959 | #437 | |||
| 1960 | #460 | |||
| 1961 | #482 | #221 | ||
| 1962 | #467 | #209 | ||
| 1963 | #479 | |||
| 1964 | #499 | |||
| 1965 | #517 | #254 | ||
| 1966 | #553 | |||
| 1967 | #498 | |||
| 1968 | #554 | |||
| 1969 | #513 | #255 | ||
| 1970 | #555 | |||
| 1971 | #532 | |||
| 1972 | #584 | |||
| 1973 | #617 | #299 | ||
| 1974 | #637 | |||
| 1975 | #683 | |||
| 1976 | #627 | |||
| 1977 | #622 | |||
| 1978 | #644 | |||
| 1979 | #629 | |||
| 1980 | #650 | |||
| 1981 | #619 | |||
| 1982 | #588 | |||
| 1983 | #661 | |||
| 1984 | #610 | #274 | ||
| 1985 | #598 | |||
| 1986 | #664 | #317 | ||
| 1987 | #655 | #310 | ||
| 1988 | #668 | |||
| 1989 | #704 | #273 | ||
| 1990 | #700 | |||
| 1991 | #725 | #308 | #887 | |
| 1992 | #735 | |||
| 1993 | #723 | #908 | ||
| 1994 | #750 | |||
| 1995 | #772 | #978 | ||
| 1996 | #805 | #665 | ||
| 1997 | #984 | |||
| 1998 | #918 | #922 | ||
| 1999 | #927 | |||
| 2000 | #880 | #980 | ||
| 2005 | #912 | |||
| 2006 | #903 | #906 | ||
| 2007 | #888 | #966 | ||
| 2008 | #914 | |||
| 2009 | #941 | #972 | ||
| 2010 | #743 | #833 | ||
| 2011 | #531 | #638 | ||
| 2012 | #492 | #666 | ||
| 2013 | #518 | #636 | ||
| 2014 | #476 | #613 | ||
| 2015 | #534 | #609 | ||
| 2016 | #462 | #649 | ||
| 2017 | #466 | #591 | ||
| 2018 | #438 | #728 | ||
| 2019 | #392 | #530 | ||
| 2020 | #406 | #554 | ||
| 2021 | #393 | #869 | #562 | |
| 2022 | #414 | #520 | ||
| 2023 | #445 | #675 | ||
| 2024 | #461 | #653 | ||
| 2025 | #500 | #661 | ||
| 2002 | #987 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Royce
- Roy
- Royse
- Royston
Names Similar to Royce
Nicknames for Royce
- Roy
- Roycie
- RJ
- R
- Royo
Famous People Named Royce
| Royce Gracie | Brazilian mixed martial artist |
| Royce Da 5'9" | American rapper |
| Royce Reed | American reality TV star |
| Royce White | American professional basketball player |
| Royce Clayton | American former Major League Baseball player |
| Royce Freeman | American football player |
| Royce West | American attorney and politician |
| Royce West Jr. | American actor and model |
| Royce Young | American sports journalist |
| Royce Woolridge | American basketball player |
| Royce O'Neale | American professional basketball player |
| Royce Smith | American former Major League Baseball player |
| Royce D. Applegate | American actor and screenwriter |
| Royce D. Hutain | American inventor and YouTube personality |
| Royce Hart | Australian former Australian rules footballer |
| Royce L. Thornton | American author and academic |
| Royce Lamberth | American federal judge |
| Royce Ring | American former Major League Baseball player |
| Royce Westervelt | American inventor and entrepreneur |
| Royce Mills | American actor |
Characters Named Royce
| Royce Melborn | Character from the "Riyria Revelations" fantasy series |
| Royce King | Character from the TV series "Beauty and the Beast" |
| Royce Gibson | Character from the film "In the Bedroom" |
| Royce Carver | Character from the TV series "Supernatural" |
| Royce Axelrod | Character from the TV series "Billions" |
| Royce Harmon | Character from the film "Deep Blue Sea" |
| Royce Clayton | Character from the video game "MLB The Show" |
| Royce Johnson | Character from the TV series "Daredevil" |
| Royce Algernon Seville | Character from the TV series "The Royals" |
| Royce Hunter | Character from the TV series "One Tree Hill" |
| Royce Morrison | Character from the film "The Good German" |
| Royce Bracket | Character from the TV series "Breaking Pointe" |
| Royce Ivet | Character from the TV series "Firefly" |