Joyce Bass

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joyce Bass — joyful
564K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joyce Bass is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Joyce is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Joyce is an Irish and French given name and surname. It is derived from the Old French masculine name Josse, which derived from the Latin name Iudocus, the Latinized form of the Breton name Judoc meaning "lord". The name became rare after the 14th century, but was later revived as a female given name, which derived from the Middle English joise meaning "rejoice". The name originated with Saint Joyce (Judoc) (600–668), a Breton prince and hermit and the son of Judicael, king of Brittany. The surname Bass: Politics, government, and military Charles Bass (born 1952), U.S. Representative from New Hampshire Cindy Bass, Member of the Philadelphia City Council Cora Webb Bass (1906–1987), American educator, WAACs officer Fred Bass, Canadian city councillor and environmentalist George Bass (1771–1803), British naval explorer Hamar Bass (1842–1898), English brewer, racehorse breeder and politician, second son of Michael Thomas Bass Jr. Harry Brinkley Bass (1916–1944), United States Navy pilot Horace A. Bass Jr. (1915–1942), United States Navy officer and pilot James O. Joyce is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 564K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Joyce reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Joyce

Meaning: joyful

Latin

Joyce is an Irish and French given name and surname. It is derived from the Old French masculine name Josse, which derived from the Latin name Iudocus, the Latinized form of the Breton name Judoc meaning "lord". The name became rare after the 14th century, but was later revived as a female given name, which derived from the Middle English joise meaning "rejoice". The name originated with Saint Joyce (Judoc) (600–668), a Breton prince and hermit and the son of Judicael, king of Brittany.

Surname: Bass

English

Politics, government, and military Charles Bass (born 1952), U.S. Representative from New Hampshire Cindy Bass, Member of the Philadelphia City Council Cora Webb Bass (1906–1987), American educator, WAACs officer Fred Bass, Canadian city councillor and environmentalist George Bass (1771–1803), British naval explorer Hamar Bass (1842–1898), English brewer, racehorse breeder and politician, second son of Michael Thomas Bass Jr. Harry Brinkley Bass (1916–1944), United States Navy pilot Horace A. Bass Jr. (1915–1942), United States Navy officer and pilot James O.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Joyce is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Joyce by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Joyce Bass

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Joyce Bass:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Joyce?
The first name Joyce originates from Latin. Joyce is an Irish and French given name and surname. It is derived from the Old French masculine name Josse, which derived from the Latin name Iudocus, the Latinized form of the Breton name Judoc meaning "lord". The name became rare after the 14th century, but was later revived as a female given name, which derived from the Middle English joise meaning "rejoice". The name originated with Saint Joyce (Judoc) (600–668), a Breton prince and hermit and the son of Judicael, king of Brittany.
When was Joyce most popular?
The name Joyce reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bass?
The surname Bass originates from English. Politics, government, and military Charles Bass (born 1952), U.S. Representative from New Hampshire Cindy Bass, Member of the Philadelphia City Council Cora Webb Bass (1906–1987), American educator, WAACs officer Fred Bass, Canadian city councillor and environmentalist George Bass (1771–1803), British naval explorer Hamar Bass (1842–1898), English brewer, racehorse breeder and politician, second son of Michael Thomas Bass Jr. Harry Brinkley Bass (1916–1944), United States Navy pilot Horace A. Bass Jr. (1915–1942), United States Navy officer and pilot James O.
What are the origins of the name Joyce Bass?
The name Joyce Bass combines two different traditions: the first name Joyce has Latin roots, while the surname Bass originates from English.
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