"healer"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Jayce
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Meaning & Origin
"variant of Jason"
Origin: American
Language: English
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The Story of Jayce
Jayce is a modern American variant of Jace, itself a short form of Jason. Jason derives from the ancient Greek 'Iason,' related to 'iasthai' meaning to heal — the same root as 'iatro' (physician) in words like psychiatry. Jayce is a deliberate respelling that adds visual distinction and a contemporary edge, following the American fashion for names ending in -ce or -ace.
Jayce has climbed steadily in the US charts since the 2000s. It received a major cultural boost from Netflix's Arcane (2021), the award-winning League of Legends adaptation where Jayce is a central hero character loved by millions of gamers worldwide.
Jayce is primarily an American name with no deep historical roots. In gaming culture, Jayce is a beloved champion in League of Legends — the world's most-played PC game — giving the name significant recognition among millennials and Gen Z parents.
Historical Record
Jayce first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 43,197 babies have been named Jayce in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jayce is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #169 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jayce is a champion in League of Legends, played by tens of millions worldwide
- Arcane (Netflix, 2021) won the Emmy for Outstanding Animated Program
- The name entered the US Top 500 around 2012 and continues to rise
Jayce in Other Languages
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Japanese
ジェイス
Popularity Over Time
#169
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Fictional inventor and champion protagonist of Netflix's award-winning Arcane animated series
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #169
- Total SSA Count
- 2,176
- Cultural Origins
- American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Jay
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jayce
What does the name Jayce mean?
"healer" (from Greek). "variant of Jason" (from American). Jayce is a modern American variant of Jace, itself a short form of Jason. Jason derives from the ancient Greek 'Iason,' related to 'iasthai' meaning to heal — the same root as 'iatro' (physician) in words like psychiatry. Jayce is a deliberate respelling that adds visual distinction and a contemporary edge, following the American fashion for names ending in -ce or -ace.
What is the origin of the name Jayce?
Jayce has Greek and American origins. In Greek, it means "healer". In American, it means "variant of Jason".
Is Jayce a boy or girl name?
Jayce is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #169. As a girl name, it is ranked #7307. Jayce is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jayce?
Jayce is currently ranked #169 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jayce?
Common nicknames for Jayce include Jay.
What are good middle names for Jayce?
Popular middle name pairings include Jayce Thomas, Jayce Michael, Jayce Alexander, Jayce Cole, Jayce River, Jayce William, and Jayce Bennett.
What are good sibling names for Jayce?
Names that pair well with Jayce as siblings include Aria, Quinn, Kayla, Tyler, Brayden, Logan, and Skylar.
How many syllables does Jayce have?
Jayce has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jayce a common or rare name?
Jayce is a popular name, ranked #169 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
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About the Name Jayce
Jayce is a boy name with American origins . The name means "healer" in Greek .
Is Jayce a boy or girl name? Jayce is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #169 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #7,307. Jayce is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jayce is currently ranked #169 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jayce has 1 syllable, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jayce include Jay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jayce include Jayceon, Jaycob, Jaycee, Jaycen, Jaycion . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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