Elyce is of French origin, meaning "noble". It is a variant spelling of the name Ellice, which itself comes from the French name Élise, a form of the Latin name Aelia. In English-speaking countries, Elyce tends to be used more infrequently compared to its counterparts like Elyse or Elise. However, it maintains a unique and elegant charm that sets it apart. The name Elyce is often associated with refinement and grace, reflecting its noble origins. It typically consists of three syllables: E-ly-ce, which gives it a soft, melodic sound. Throughout history, there have been notable individuals named Elyce, though the name's rarity makes it less widespread than other similar names. As a given name, Elyce is most often used for females, but it could potentially be used for males as well due to its unisex nature in some contexts. In terms of popularity, Elyce has not ranked highly in recent years, with its highest ranking being 874th place for girls born in the United States in the year 1990. Nevertheless, its uniqueness and appealing sound continue to attract those seeking a distinctive name with a touch of elegance.
The name Elyce experienced varied popularity over the decades, with peaks in the late 1940s to early 1950s and again in the mid-1980s to early 1990s. The highest number of births recorded was 28 in 1987, while the lowest was 5, which occurred multiple times from 1945 to 1956, then again in various years between 1972 and 2023. Overall, there were 818 births with the name Elyce from 1945 to 2023.