Boyce Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Boyce

"An English habitational surname from Old French for someone living near the woods."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1938 👥 5,568 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
An English habitational surname from Old French for someone living near the woods.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
5,568
Life Path
Number 5

📖 What Does Boyce Mean?

Boyce may refer to:

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Boyce may refer to:

Root Element
Boyce
Core Meaning
"An English habitational surname from Old French for someone living near the woods."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Boyce

B 2
O 6
Y 7
C 3
E 5
SUM 5
5
Life Path
Freedom & Adventure
11
Soul Urge
Intuition & Insight
3
Personality
Creativity & Expression

Life Path 5 — Freedom & Adventure: Versatile, curious, and love for exploration.

📊 Boyce in Numbers

5,568 US bearers
1938 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Boyce" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "An English habitational surname from Old French for someone living near the woods.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~5,568 people named Boyce in the US. Peaked in 1938 with 126 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Boyce?

The Life Path number for Boyce is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 11. Personality: 3.

Is Boyce a boy or girl name?

Boyce is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 99% male and 1% female.

How many people are named Boyce in the US?

Approximately 5,568 people in the United States are named Boyce. The name peaked in 1938 with 126 recorded uses.

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