Joyce Emerick

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joyce Emerick — joyful
564K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joyce Emerick 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 Emerick: Saint Emeric of Hungary (c. 1007–1031), son of King Stephen I of Hungary Emeric, King of Hungary (1174–1204) Emeric Kökényesradnót (died 1285 or 1286), Hungarian baron and soldier Emerik Blum (1911–1984), Yugoslav Jewish businessman, philanthropist and founder of the conglomerate Energoinvest Emerich Coreth (1919–2006), Austrian philosopher, Jesuit and Catholic priest Emerich Dembrovschi (born 1945), Romanian football striker E. W. Emo (1898–1975), Austrian film director Emerik Feješ (1904–1969), Serbian naïve painter Emerich B. 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: Emerick

Hebrew

Saint Emeric of Hungary (c. 1007–1031), son of King Stephen I of Hungary Emeric, King of Hungary (1174–1204) Emeric Kökényesradnót (died 1285 or 1286), Hungarian baron and soldier Emerik Blum (1911–1984), Yugoslav Jewish businessman, philanthropist and founder of the conglomerate Energoinvest Emerich Coreth (1919–2006), Austrian philosopher, Jesuit and Catholic priest Emerich Dembrovschi (born 1945), Romanian football striker E. W. Emo (1898–1975), Austrian film director Emerik Feješ (1904–1969), Serbian naïve painter Emerich B.

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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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Numerology

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

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Emerick?
The surname Emerick originates from Hebrew. Saint Emeric of Hungary (c. 1007–1031), son of King Stephen I of Hungary Emeric, King of Hungary (1174–1204) Emeric Kökényesradnót (died 1285 or 1286), Hungarian baron and soldier Emerik Blum (1911–1984), Yugoslav Jewish businessman, philanthropist and founder of the conglomerate Energoinvest Emerich Coreth (1919–2006), Austrian philosopher, Jesuit and Catholic priest Emerich Dembrovschi (born 1945), Romanian football striker E. W. Emo (1898–1975), Austrian film director Emerik Feješ (1904–1969), Serbian naïve painter Emerich B.
What are the origins of the name Joyce Emerick?
The name Joyce Emerick combines two different traditions: the first name Joyce has Latin roots, while the surname Emerick originates from Hebrew.
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