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The baby name Bryce is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced /braɪs/.

Bryce is English, Scottish in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 1.0
Origin: English, Scottish
Pronunciation: /braɪs/

What is the meaning of the name Bryce ?

The baby name Bryce is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced /braɪs/.

Bryce is English, Scottish in Origin.

Bryce is the Scottish form of Brice, ultimately from medieval Latin Bricius, itself derived from a Gaulish/Celtic root meaning “speckled” or “freckled,” cognate with Welsh brych. It entered Scotland through Norman influence and settled as both a given name and a surname in Lowland records. The spelling Bryce became established in Scotland and Ulster, later spreading to the wider English‑speaking world.

Usage gained early prestige via Saint Brice of Tours (5th c.), whose feast day on 13 November kept the name current across medieval Europe. In modern times Bryce rose in the United States and Canada during the late 20th century, sometimes used as a unisex choice. Main variants include Brice (French/English), Bryse (rare), and the patronymic Bryson; elaborations such as Brycen and Brysen are modern creations. The name carries an earthy, brisk sound and an evocative meaning linked to a freckled or mottled appearance.

Bryce has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Bryce

Bryce Dallas Howard Actor · Born 1981 · United States Bryce Dallas Howard is an American actor best known for her roles in films like 'Jurassic World' and 'The Help'. Born in 1981, she has also directed several short films and episodes of popular TV series. As the daughter of director Ron Howard, she has carved out her own successful career in Hollywood. Bryce Johnson Actor · Born 1977 · United States Bryce Johnson is an American actor best known for his role as Detective Darren Wilden in the TV series Pretty Little Liars. He has also appeared in films like Willow Creek and the TV show Popular. Born in 1977, he has built a diverse career in both film and television.

Celebrity babies named Bryce

Name Last Name(s) Mother Mother famous for Fame Level Father Father famous for Fame Level
Bryce James LeBron James television actor
Bryce Dallas Howard Ron Howard film director

Bryce – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Boys 2007 #1 689
LU 0 #66 1 2,830
JP 0 #75 3 4,057
CN 0 #85 2 3,857
TW 0 #101 3 4,523
QA 0 #106 1 7,011
PH 0 #107 4 5,607
OM 0 #119 3 6,215
BW Girls 0 #151 1 4,216
BW Boys 0 #152 3 4,685
CR 0 #161 5 5,526
AE 0 #187 1 10,220
DK 0 #206 1 5,198
MO Boys 0 #233 2 5,842
TW Boys 0 #250 7 7,111
NA Boys 0 #253 1 6,830
Canada Boys 2024 #258 49 2,588
MO Girls 0 #262 2 7,056
NG 0 #272 1 5,926
Canada Girls 2022 #274 7 2,867
United States Boys 2024 #275 1,127 7,044
SG 0 #277 6 11,010
JM Boys 0 #289 5 6,876
JP Boys 0 #297 7 7,909
CN Boys 0 #299 21 9,639
CZ Boys 0 #304 2 6,530
SA 0 #310 3 10,560
DK Boys 0 #332 1 7,401
GH Girls 0 #337 1 6,973
MY 0 #353 2 12,352
HK 0 #354 4 8,483
GH Boys 0 #358 4 8,138
CN Girls 0 #359 1 8,829
MU Boys 0 #366 4 8,477
PH Boys 0 #368 16 11,440
France Boys 2016 #405 4 2,872
ZA 0 #407 41 14,421
PH Girls 0 #427 3 13,098
CR Boys 0 #428 60 10,188
GT Boys 0 #499 1 7,625
PA Boys 0 #501 5 9,305
HK Boys 0 #513 15 12,905
PA Girls 0 #518 1 9,861
RU Boys 0 #525 2 12,621
CM Boys 0 #540 11 12,054
LY 0 #558 2 12,703
PS Boys 0 #560 2 10,655
KW Girls 0 #561 1 19,177
IR Boys 0 #565 1 10,162
AE Girls 0 #597 1 20,968
IL Boys 0 #625 1 10,983
SG Boys 0 #639 59 17,960
HK Girls 0 #649 2 16,104
CL Boys 0 #695 6 13,390
IQ Boys 0 #696 2 13,071
QA Boys 0 #740 4 18,093
BR Boys 0 #785 1 12,213
KW Boys 0 #802 5 18,755
NG Girls 0 #824 3 15,093
United States Girls 2024 #847 70 8,487
PE Boys 0 #855 24 14,506
TN 0 #865 1 13,765
OM Boys 0 #915 4 17,948
ZA Boys 0 #918 263 25,619
NL Boys 0 #926 26 5,873
Germany Boys 0 #939 14 5,697
NG Boys 0 #941 11 16,906
CO Boys 0 #980 2 15,656
PE Girls 0 #1,010 1 14,861
SA Girls 0 #1,013 2 25,931
MX Boys 0 #1,030 4 16,355
IN Boys 0 #1,036 4 16,750
MY Girls 0 #1,072 1 24,821
MY Boys 0 #1,094 18 25,439
AE Boys 0 #1,138 6 22,615
CO Girls 0 #1,152 1 16,140
MA 0 #1,199 1 20,986
ZA Girls 0 #1,229 8 25,928
DZ 0 #1,232 3 20,130
TR 0 #1,251 4 19,440
MX Girls 0 #1,266 2 17,781
IT Boys 0 #1,440 32 10,046
SA Boys 0 #1,604 11 28,008

Bryce is popular in 49 countries — most recent births per country:

Scotland, United Kingdom
Canada
France
United States
New York City (Black, non-Hispanic), United States

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People also ask about Bryce

Bryce is predominantly a boy's name.
Bryce is a one syllable name, pronounced /braɪs/.
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Brice, Bricius and Bricey.
Yes, very popular — Bryce ranked #1 in Ireland in 2007, and appears in official birth registries across 6 countries.
Bryce ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2007).
Bryce's popularity is declining significantly. It moved from #189 in 2014 to #258 in 2024 in Canada.
Yes — 2 notable people named Bryce are in our database, including Bryce Dallas Howard (Actor), Bryce Johnson (Actor).
Yes — at least 2 celebrity couples have chosen Bryce for their child, including LeBron James.