Royce

Meaning of Royce

Royce means "son of the famous one." It's like saying someone is the child of a well-known or important person.

Royce has German roots — browse every German baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Royce

Royce has cooled off, slipping to #500 in 2025, down from a peak of #392 in 2019.

Notable people named Royce

• Royce Da 5'9"
  Rapper and songwriter
• Royce White
  Former professional basketball player
• Royce Alger
  Former wrestler and coach
• Royce Gracie
  Brazilian martial artist
• Royce Clayton
  Former baseball shortstop

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Questions about the name Royce

What does the name Royce mean?

Royce means royce means "son of the famous one." it's like saying someone is the child of a well-known or important person, and it comes from German origins.

Is Royce a boy's or a girl's name?

Royce is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Royce?

In 2025, Royce ranked #500 for boys, down from #462 the year before.

When was Royce most popular?

Royce peaked at #392 in 2019.