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Royce vs Jeffrey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Royce

Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#463
Total SSA Count
669
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Royce Rank #463
Jeffrey Rank #521

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 vs #521 for Jeffrey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Royce or Jeffrey more popular?

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 compared to Jeffrey at #521 in the United States.

What do Royce and Jeffrey mean?

Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin). Jeffrey means "pledge of peace" (Germanic origin).

Are Royce and Jeffrey boy or girl names?

Royce is primarily a boy name. Jeffrey is primarily a boy name.

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