Everything you need to know about the Irish surname Joyce - its meaning, origins, interesting facts and famous people with the last name Joyce.
Joyce name meaning:
Some scholars believe the name derived from the French ‘Joice’, which means joy.
Counties associated with the name Joyce:
Galway and Mayo.
Joyce coat of arms motto:
“Mors aut honorabilis vita” An honorable life, or death.
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Interesting facts about the Irish family name Joyce:
Though not Gaelic and sometimes found in England of non-Irish origin, Joyce may certainly be regarded as a true Irish name, and more particularly a Connacht one.
Some famous Joyces:
- James Joyce (1882-1941, famous Irish poet, novelist, playwright and author)
- Brenda Joyce (1963-, American novelist)
- William Joyce (1957-,American author, illustrator, and filmmaker)
- Alice Joyce (1890-1955, actress during the Silent Film Era)
- Michael Joyce (1951-, founder of Cinema Production Company Services Incorporated)
- Matt Joyce (1972-, former NFL tackle)
- Matt R. Joyce (1984-, MLB outfielder)
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