How to say it
ROYCE
/rɔɪs/
Masculine
Royce
Famous; son of the king
What it means
An English surname from the medieval Royse, tied to Germanic roots for 'fame.'
Royce is an English surname that grew from the medieval given name Royse, itself tied to Germanic roots for 'fame.' Folk etymology also reads it as 'son of the king,' which fits its luxe ring, sealed by Rolls-Royce. Sleek and a touch regal. Said ROYSS.
Popularity over time
peaked at #283 in 1935, currently #500 in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names given to at least 5 babies in a year, 1880–present. See where the names are moving
Heads-up notes
- Spelling
A surname name with a luxe, regal ring.
- Pop culture
The Rolls-Royce marque.
Spelling variants
- Royse
- Roice
- Roy
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