Brice

Pronunciation: [ br-EYES ]

Boy Name #2,451 Most Popular Hidden Gem 1 Syllable

A refined French classic with saintly heritage

French English Scottish American

Classic Strong Sophisticated Vintage Elegant

Meaning & Origin

"speckled, variegated"

Origin: Celtic

Language: French

"son of a nobleman (variant interpretation)"

Origin: Gallo-Roman

Language: Latin

The Story of Brice

Brice is a French and English name derived from the Gallo-Roman name Bricius or Brictius, itself from a Celtic root meaning 'speckled' or possibly related to 'strength.' The name gained early prominence through Saint Brice (Brictius), a 5th-century Bishop of Tours who succeeded the legendary Saint Martin. As a French name, Brice has been used across Western Europe for over 1,500 years.

Brice has been more consistently popular in France than in English-speaking countries. In the US, it exists as a sophisticated alternative to the more common Bryce. French parents have favored Brice since the medieval period, helped by the fame of Saint Brice of Tours.

Saint Brice of Tours (d. 444 AD) gave the name lasting religious significance in French Catholic tradition. The Feast of Saint Brice (November 13) was historically significant — the St. Brice's Day Massacre of 1002, when King Ethelred II ordered the killing of Danes in England, occurred on this feast day.

Fun Facts

Saint Brice succeeded the famous Saint Martin of Tours as Bishop in the 5th century
The St. Brice's Day Massacre of 1002 occurred on November 13, the feast day of Saint Brice
Brice is consistently among the top 100 names for boys in France

Brice in Other Languages

Latin Bricius

French Brice

Italian Brizio

Spanish Brice

Famous People Named Brice

Saint Brice of Tours

Religious

5th-century Bishop of Tours and successor to Saint Martin, canonized saint of the Catholic Church

Brice de Nice Fictional

Other

Fictional French comedy film character played by Jean Dujardin, a vain surfer wannabe

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 1
Popularity Rank: #2,451
Total SSA Count: 56
Cultural Origins: French English Scottish American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Pairs Well With

Brice Alexander Brice Thomas Brice Edward Brice William Brice James Brice Henri

Sibling Names

Reece Flynn Alistair Blake Grant Celeste Genevieve

Also a Girl Name

Brice is also used as a girl name, ranked #34638.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brice

What does the name Brice mean?

"speckled, variegated" (from Celtic). "son of a nobleman (variant interpretation)" (from Gallo-Roman). Brice is a French and English name derived from the Gallo-Roman name Bricius or Brictius, itself from a Celtic root meaning 'speckled' or possibly related to 'strength.' The name gained early prominence through Saint Brice (Brictius), a 5th-century Bishop of Tours who succeeded the legendary Saint Martin. As a French name, Brice has been used across Western Europe for over 1,500 years.

What is the origin of the name Brice?

Brice has Celtic, Gallo-Roman, French, English, Scottish, and American origins. In Celtic, it means "speckled, variegated". In Gallo-Roman, it means "son of a nobleman (variant interpretation)".

Is Brice a boy or girl name?

Brice is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2451. As a girl name, it is ranked #34638. Brice is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Brice?

Brice is pronounced br-EYES.

How popular is the name Brice?

Brice is currently ranked #2451 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Brice?

Common nicknames for Brice include B.

What are good middle names for Brice?

Popular middle name pairings include Brice Alexander, Brice Thomas, Brice Edward, Brice William, Brice James, and Brice Henri.

What are good sibling names for Brice?

Names that pair well with Brice as siblings include Reece, Flynn, Alistair, Blake, Grant, Celeste, and Genevieve.

How many syllables does Brice have?

Brice has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Brice a common or rare name?

Brice is an uncommon name, ranked #2451 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Brice

Brice is a boy name with French, English, Scottish, and American origins . The name means "speckled, variegated" in Celtic .

Is Brice a boy or girl name? Brice is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,451 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #34,638. Brice is more commonly used as a boy name.

Brice is currently ranked #2,451 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Brice has 1 syllable and is pronounced br-EYES, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Brice include B. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.