Tryce
A boy's name of Welsh origin with 177 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Tryce is a one-syllable boy's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 177 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Tryce is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Tryce is a boy's baby name of Welsh origin, a variant spelling of Trice — from the Welsh rhys or possibly from the English word 'trice' (meaning 'in an instant' or from the Dutch trijse, a nautical term). It may also be a variant of Bryce or Price, Welsh names meaning 'son of Rhys' ('enthusiasm').
Tryce has the compact, punchy quality of a one-syllable name with a distinctive spelling — modern-feeling and grounded, with the Welsh consonant cluster giving it a strong, memorable presence.
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Tryce is cataloged under the Welsh naming tradition. Celtic names carry the echoes of ancient insular traditions, often drawing from nature, warfare, and mythology.
In the U.S., Tryce has been recorded as a boy's name since 1992, with 177 total births. Browse the Welsh names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Tryce has 22+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1992.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 24 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 64 | ▼ |
| 2000s | 77 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 12 | — |
The Story of Tryce
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2009, Tryce is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Tryce are most likely born between 1999 and 2019.
How rare is Tryce?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Tryce is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1992, peaked in the 2000s with 77 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Tryce by the numbers
- Would fill 4 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(22 years, 1992–2023)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | #10708 |
| 2021 | 9 | #8768 |
| 2020 | 8 | #9489 |
| 2019 | 10 | #8156 |
| 2018 | 7 | #10656 |
| 2017 | 8 | #9611 |
| 2016 | 9 | #8749 |
| 2014 | 7 | #10625 |
| 2013 | 7 | #10638 |
| 2012 | 11 | #7510 |
| 2011 | 5 | #14197 |
| 2009 | 14 | #6403 |
| 2008 | 6 | #12432 |
| 2007 | 11 | #7550 |
| 2006 | 11 | #7383 |
| 2005 | 7 | #10071 |
| 2004 | 9 | #8104 |
| 2003 | 7 | #9517 |
| 2002 | 6 | #10577 |
| 2000 | 6 | #10270 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1992–2023