Bruce vs Royce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

Scottish English Australian American

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Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

English American

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Bruce Rank #540

Royce Rank #463

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 vs #540 for Bruce.

Is Bruce or Royce more popular?

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 compared to Bruce at #540 in the United States.

What do Bruce and Royce mean?

Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin). Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin).

Are Bruce and Royce boy or girl names?

Bruce is primarily a boy name. Royce is primarily a boy name.