Royce
How to say it: ROYS · /ˈrɔɪs/
From an English surname derived from the medieval given name Royse, a variant of Rose. source 1
Royce was the 493rd most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 606 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 13% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #536 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #493 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 606 |
| Share of births | 1 in 5,470 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +13% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #536 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Rising to its best in the 2020s, Royce sits at its peak. A gentle slip is expected from here.
What goes with it
Short and breathy with a strong regal air. Reid shares its tailored style.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Royce is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, French.
Famous people named Royce
- Royce da 5'9" (born 1977)American rapper
- Royce Gracie (born 1966)Brazilian mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter
- Royce O'Neale (born 1993)American basketball player
From Wikidata and Wikipedia
Good to know
- Heard as short for Rolls-Royce luxury cars
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