Joyce
/dzhoys/ English Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Joyce is a English name meaning "Experienced in b...". The name Joyce is derived from the medieval French male name Josse or Joice, ultimately from the Breton name Iodoc, meaning 'lord'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic dzhoys
IPA d͡ʒɔɪs
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as dzhoys. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Joyce
- · Joyce Cary - Novelist
- · Joyce Kilmer - Poet
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