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Jayce

Boy name · 108 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jayce: 108 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 14 births in 2016.

Jayce is a modern invention, likely a variant of Jason or a masculine form of the name Joyce, which itself derives from the Breton personal name Iodoc, meaning "lord." While a relatively recent addition to Scottish naming charts, Jayce has gained popularity through fictional characters, most notably Jayce Talis, the brilliant inventor from the animated series *Arcane* and *League of Legends*. The name also shares sonic roots with the Roman god Janus, guardian of doorways and transitions. As a sleek, two-syllable choice, Jayce fits neatly alongside contemporary Scottish favourites like Aiden and Logan, offering parents a name that feels both modern and slightly edgy without being overly complicated.

Boy 14 of 52 years

Peak year
201614 babies
Latest (2025)
#5605 babies
Total births
108since 2010
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2016 · 14
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).