Joyce vs Kaisley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joyce

Girl #1,042 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lord"

Origin: Breton via Old French

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,042
Total SSA Count
240
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Joy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Joyce Rank #1,042
Kaisley Rank #1,183

Joyce is more popular, ranked #1042 vs #1183 for Kaisley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Joyce ___

  • Joyce Ann
  • Joyce Marie
  • Joyce Elizabeth
  • Joyce Louise
  • Joyce Carol
  • Joyce Ellen

Kaisley ___

  • Kaisley Grace
  • Kaisley Ann
  • Kaisley Jade
  • Kaisley Marie
  • Kaisley Faith
  • Kaisley Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Joyce

Shirley Gloria Dorothy Raymond Donald

If you choose Kaisley

Paisley Hartley Brantley Rylee Greyson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joyce or Kaisley more popular?

Joyce is more popular, ranked #1042 compared to Kaisley at #1183 in the United States.

What do Joyce and Kaisley mean?

Joyce means "lord" (Breton via Old French origin). Kaisley means "pure, victorious meadow" (American/Germanic origin).

Are Joyce and Kaisley boy or girl names?

Joyce is primarily a girl name. Kaisley is primarily a girl name.

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