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• Joy Name Origin: Latin
• Pronunciation: j(oy)
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Joy Name Meaning

The meaning of the name “Joy” is simple and straightforward: it means joy. But it’s also a name that carries a lot of positive connotations. It suggests a happy, joyful person, and it’s hard to imagine anyone with this name being a sourpuss.

Origins of the Name Joy

When it comes to girl’s names, “Joy” is a classic that has stood the test of time. But where did this name come from, and how did it become so popular? Let’s take a little trip through history to find out.

The name “Joy” can be traced back to the Middle English word “joie,” which means exactly what you would expect: joy. But the name wasn’t commonly used as a given name for girls until the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Before that, it was more commonly used as a surname, as in “Richard Joy” or “Edward Joy.”

Popularity of the Name Joy

While the name “Joy” has always been a popular choice for girls, it has seen its fair share of ups and downs in terms of popularity. In the early 20th century, it was a relatively common name, but it fell out of favor in the middle of the century. However, in the 1980s, it started to make a comeback, and it has remained a popular choice ever since.

In recent years, the name “Joy” has become increasingly popular, particularly in the United States, where it has consistently been a top 1000 name.

Final Thoughts on the Name Joy

The name Joy is like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day, bringing light and happiness wherever it goes. It’s been around for centuries, but it never gets old. It’s a classic, like a good pair of blue jeans or a favorite pair of slippers. It’s comfortable and always in style, but it also has a little bit of spunk and sass.

It’s a name that’s hard to say without smiling, and it’s hard to imagine anyone with this name being a grump. It’s like a built-in mood booster. It’s like having a personal cheerleader, but better, because it’s a name and you don’t have to share it with anyone else.

In conclusion, Joy is a timeless classic that’s perfect for any girl looking for a happy, joyful name. It’s easy to say, easy to spell, and easy to love. So, if you’re looking for a name that’s sure to bring a smile to your face, “Joy” is the way to go.

Infographic of Joy name meaning, which is From the Latin gaudia, Joy means happiness.

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Joy Name Popularity

How popular is the name Joy? Here’s everything we know.

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Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
1910	777	8	0.0023%
1911	991	5	0.0013%
1912	808	13	0.0026%
1913	533	56	0.0099%
1914	468	94	0.0135%
1915	454	135	0.0149%
1916	420	179	0.0185%
1917	395	211	0.0211%
1918	366	272	0.0253%
1919	366	272	0.026%
1920	335	339	0.0305%
1921	331	352	0.0307%
1922	307	413	0.0371%
1923	275	515	0.046%
1924	273	547	0.0471%
1925	236	753	0.0666%
1926	208	883	0.0803%
1927	183	1,102	0.0996%
1928	185	1,079	0.1008%
1929	177	1,105	0.1067%
1930	163	1,236	0.1183%
1931	152	1,203	0.1219%
1932	147	1,332	0.1348%
1933	147	1,265	0.1358%
1934	151	1,327	0.1373%
1935	147	1,332	0.1371%
1936	144	1,470	0.1526%
1937	162	1,213	0.1231%
1938	159	1,358	0.1327%
1939	165	1,244	0.1223%
1940	159	1,298	0.1221%
1941	151	1,525	0.1355%
1942	154	1,569	0.1243%
1943	157	1,598	0.1224%
1944	163	1,433	0.1156%
1945	168	1,373	0.1126%
1946	169	1,560	0.1057%
1947	166	1,808	0.1083%
1948	170	1,615	0.1012%
1949	171	1,625	0.101%
1950	159	1,766	0.1097%
1951	155	2,006	0.1183%
1952	149	2,265	0.1298%
1953	152	2,293	0.1296%
1954	151	2,368	0.1295%
1955	152	2,374	0.1291%
1956	141	2,810	0.1488%
1957	143	2,921	0.1518%
1958	147	2,752	0.1456%
1959	146	2,875	0.1513%
1960	151	2,767	0.146%
1961	158	2,610	0.1382%
1962	169	2,412	0.1314%
1963	178	2,171	0.1209%
1964	174	2,210	0.1256%
1965	178	1,955	0.1195%
1966	165	2,083	0.1334%
1967	169	1,879	0.1238%
1968	170	1,888	0.1257%
1969	189	1,669	0.1083%
1970	182	1,759	0.1105%
1971	168	1,814	0.1207%
1972	162	1,799	0.1321%
1973	162	1,688	0.1302%
1974	108	2,752	0.2117%
1975	122	2,302	0.1791%
1976	132	2,066	0.1603%
1977	136	2,089	0.155%
1978	138	1,936	0.144%
1979	154	1,812	0.1285%
1980	165	1,703	0.1165%
1981	169	1,610	0.1095%
1982	202	1,320	0.0883%
1983	213	1,154	0.0782%
1984	225	1,132	0.0761%
1985	231	1,090	0.0718%
1986	251	1,005	0.0666%
1987	283	838	0.0549%
1988	296	806	0.0517%
1989	315	772	0.0478%
1990	374	660	0.0398%
1991	364	671	0.0412%
1992	416	569	0.0356%
1993	400	585	0.0375%
1994	420	561	0.0366%
1995	431	562	0.0373%
1996	433	551	0.0368%
1997	433	551	0.0373%
1998	445	545	0.0364%
1999	451	552	0.0369%
2000	452	584	0.0382%
2001	473	549	0.0364%
2002	478	553	0.0369%
2003	495	543	0.0357%
2004	479	576	0.0378%
2005	509	546	0.0357%
2006	497	575	0.0367%
2007	515	569	0.0361%
2008	533	535	0.0346%
2009	511	550	0.0368%
2010	476	588	0.0408%
2011	501	540	0.0379%
2012	486	583	0.0409%
2013	458	622	0.0437%
2014	447	666	0.0457%
2015	420	702	0.0482%
2016	339	922	0.0639%
2017	330	914	0.0655%
2018	344	852	0.062%
2019	337	865	0.0639%
2020	398	730	0.0574%
2021	399	701	0.0573%
2022	464	648	0.0491%
2023	454	638	0.0493%

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Names Like Joy

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What names are variants of Joy?

Mix it up with these names that are a variation of the name Joy.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Gioia	Joy	Italian
Gioya	Joy	Latin
Jioia	Joy	Latin
Jioya
Joi	Joy	Latin
Joia	Joy	Latin
Joice	Joy; lord	Latin
Joie	French
Joya	Joy	Latin
Joyann	Joy	Latin
Joyanna	Joy	Latin
Joyanne	Joy	Latin
Joye	Joy	Latin
Joyelle	Joy	Latin

What names sound like Joy?

If you like how Joy sounds, you might also like these names that sound like Joy.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender

Jay	Blue crested bird	Latin
Jey	Blue crested bird	Latin
Jo	A diminutive form of Josephine.	American
Joey	Jehovah increases	Hebrew

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Siblings of Joy

Mamas with kids named Joy also have kids with these names.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Hannah	Grace	Hebrew
Bonnie	Fine, attractive, pretty	Scottish
Grace	Gracious one	English
Noah	To rest	Hebrew
Aliya	Rising, ascending	Hebrew
Kylie	Boomerang	Aboriginal
Ryann	King	Irish
Ezra	Help	Hebrew
Isabella	Devoted to God	Italian
Brielle	God is my strength	French
Hallie	A variant spelling of Hally.	Scandinavian

Charlie	Free man	English
Josef	Jehovah increases	Hebrew
Taylor	Tailor; to cut	French
Reece	Enthusiasm	Welsh
Faith	Devotion	English
Elizabeth	God is my oath	Hebrew
William	A willing protector	German
Marie	A French form of Mary.	French
Jordyn	To descend	Hebrew
Jubilee	Ram's horn	Hebrew
David	Beloved	Hebrew
Robert	Bright fame	German
Eden	Paradise	Hebrew
Tre	Three	English
Pete	Rock	Greek

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14 Comments

1. Emilce Mar 5 at 6:20 am

   God gave us her name we pray about it. I love everything about her

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2. Jolene Jan 18 at 8:39 am

   To honor her grandmothers’ name

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3. Meriam Oct 7 at 7:06 am

   My baby girl is name Joy because she brought us Joy after 2 miscarriages and a stillbirth at 36 weeks. Her 3 brothers up in Heaven picked a very sweet little girl to heal our hearts and make us smile every day. She is our most precious treasure and we are so incredibly thankful for her.

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4. Emerson May 7 at 8:34 am

   Joy was my paternal grandmother’s name. Her middle name is Charlotte which is her paternal grandmother’s name.

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5. Mama Sabina Blay-Baissie Sep 24 at 2:38 am

   The name Joy is primarily a female name of Latin origin that means Happiness.

   It is a unisex name.

   Peaceful, joyful.

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6. Ritta Aug 24 at 7:57 pm

   Joy was my late Mom’s name,and i named my daughter Joy,because my Mom was so special,loving and caring woman.I like the verse in the Bible that says the Joy of the Lord is my strength,so God gave us Joy to bring joy,peace and Love in our family.She is so special to us and blessed baby

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7. Diana Mar 29 at 6:17 am

   We had this name picked out for so long. The Lord gave it to us before we were even married and we stored it away in our hearts. How beautiful to see it come to fruition and how perfectly it suits her!

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8. Heather Jan 29 at 8:08 pm

   I just knew, about month 4 of being pregnant, that my growing baby girl’s name is Joy. I think she told me in a dream… the world needs more joy in it, now more than ever, and she is that Joy!

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9. Rachael Oct 6 at 3:35 pm

   Wanted a biblical name or something from the Bible.

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10. Irene Oct 23 at 2:23 pm

    Joy is just my joy. she started smiling from day one and she has been happy since. rarely cries. She makes me happy.

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11. Melodie Apr 22 at 12:56 pm

    Joy is our daughters middle name

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12. Lianna Apr 13 at 9:42 pm

    I have always loved “Joy” for a name – it always brings a smile to one’s face anytime one says it. But I wanted something joined to it to make it POP and stand out. So, I paired it with “Bonnie” — creating “BonnieJoy” for the first name of our 2nd baby girl.

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13. Ariana Apr 13 at 11:11 am

    I love the name Joy because it stands for Jesus Others You and it’s just so pretty!

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    • Joy Clarke Aug 7 at 4:26 pm

      I was told that my name means J for Jesus O for others Y for yourself. I am pleased to see it in your reviews. I have always tried to live my life in that trinity sequence even before I was told what it meant. As a Christian I am very humbly proud that it is mentioned multiple times in the bible. I also get great satisfaction from helping others. It may appear that I put myself last but as in the meaning of my name I believe that Jesus looks after those who has time for others. Thank you for reading. God bless Joy Clarke

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