Brice

At a Glance

Origin

Uncertain (variant of Bryce, also a surname, historically a Gaulish saint's name)

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

BRYSListen

Brice is closely tied to the name Bryce, and it also shows up as a surname, with a history that traces back to a Gaulish saint's name — though exactly where it originated isn't entirely settled. You may come across claims that Brice means "ardor" or connects to "son of Rhys," but that doesn't hold up: Wiktionary doesn't support it, and the idea likely comes from mixing Brice up with the unrelated Rhys/Reese surname story. What you're left with is a name with real historical footing rather than a tidy definition.

Meaning & Origin of Brice

Origin: uncertain (variant of Bryce, also a surname, historically a Gaulish saint's name).

A common claim: Brice means "ardor" or is linked to "son of Rhys" Actually: Wiktionary gives no meaning for Brice, so there's no support for 'ardor' or a link to Rhys. The claim likely comes from confusion with the unrelated Rhys/Reese ('ap Rhys') surname story.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Brice

Popularity of Brice

Brice hit its high point in 1988, when 390 babies were given the name and it ranked #458. By 2024 it had dropped to #2438, with just 56 babies named Brice that year.

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FAQ

What does the name Brice mean?

Brice means “ardor” or is linked to “son of Rhys” Wiktionary gives no meaning for Brice, so there’s no support for ‘ardor’ or a link to Rhys. The claim likely comes from confusion with the unrelated Rhys/Reese (‘ap Rhys’) surname story.

How do you pronounce Brice?

Brice is pronounced BRYS (IPA: /braɪs/).

Is Brice a popular name right now?

Brice peaked at #458 in 1988 and is ranked #2438 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1882–2024.)

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