How Many People Are Named Elyce?
Complete statistics for the name Elyce: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Elyce is a very rare female name, with only 767 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 430,075 Americans. The name peaked in popularity back in 1987 with 28 births, showing a steady decline since then.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents adaptability and versatility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 41All 823 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1987Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Elyce Through the Generations
Elyce has seen a gradual decline in usage since its peak in 1987, reflecting a shift away from names that were once trendy but now seem dated. With an estimated 767 individuals named Elyce currently living in the US, the name is quite uncommon, ranking at number 271,926 globally. Interestingly, the age distribution among those named Elyce is fairly even, with 37% under 30, 37% aged 30-60, and 26% over 60, indicating a diverse group of people carrying this unique moniker.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Elyce's American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Elyce
How Many People Have the Name Elyce?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 767 people in the United States currently share the name Elyce. That works out to roughly 1 in every 430,075 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Elyce a Common or Rare Name?
Elyce is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Elyce Mean?
Elyce means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Elyce in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Elyce Most Popular?
The name Elyce reached peak popularity in 1987, with 28 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Elyce?
Approximately 767 people named Elyce live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 823. That works out to roughly 1 in 430,075 Americans.
Is Elyce a rare name?
Elyce is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 430,075 Americans has this name.
What does the name Elyce mean?
Elyce means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from American coinage origins.
Is Elyce more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Elyce are male and 100% are female.
When was Elyce most popular?
Elyce peaked in 1987 with 28 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.