Find out how popular the first name Loyce has been for the last 8 years (from 1974 to 1981) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Loyce by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Loyce is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 68% of people named Loyce being female.

For the most recent data in 1981, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Loyce.

The history of the first name Loyce

The given name Loyce has its origins in the Old French language. It is believed to have derived from the Germanic name Lodewijc or Ludovic, which itself is a combination of the Germanic elements "hlod" meaning famous and "wig" meaning battle or warrior. The name was introduced to England by the Normans in the 11th century after the Norman Conquest.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Loyce can be found in the Domesday Book, a detailed survey of landholdings and property ownership in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears as a variant spelling of the more common Ludovic.

In the 13th century, a Loyce de Beaumont was mentioned in the records of the Abbey of St. Albans in Hertfordshire, England. He was a knight and landowner who made donations to the abbey. Around the same time period, a Loyce de Vere was recorded as a nobleman in the county of Essex.

During the Middle Ages, the name Loyce was particularly popular among the Norman aristocracy in England. It was often given to sons with the hope that they would grow up to be famous warriors or knights. The name's association with bravery and valor likely contributed to its enduring use over the centuries.

In the 16th century, a notable figure with the name Loyce was Sir Loyce Clifton (1456-1508), an English soldier and Member of Parliament who fought in the Wars of the Roses. He was knighted for his service to King Henry VII.

Another historical figure was Loyce Blackwell (1595-1670), an English merchant and philanthropist who made significant donations to educational institutions and charitable causes in London.

Fast forward to the 19th century, and we find Loyce Dearborn (1837-1901), an American lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and as the Mayor of Boston.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who bore the name Loyce, a name with a rich heritage dating back to the Middle Ages and carrying connotations of fame, bravery, and valor.

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