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Name: Joyce

Origin: Celtic   English   Latin   Scottish

Sex: Female

Unisex Name? Yes

Meaning: Cheerful. Merry. From the name of 7th-century hermit St Judoc (St Judocus or St Josse), who was the son of a Breton king. In medieval England, this name was given to children of either gender, although it is now used solely as a feminine name.

Soul Urge: People with the name Joyce have a deep inner desire to inspire others in a higher cause, and to share their own strongly held views on spiritual matters.

Expression: People with the name Joyce tend to be a powerful force to all whose lives they touch. They are capable, charismatic leaders who often undertake large endeavors with great success. They value truth, justice, and discipline, and may be quick-tempered with those who do not. If they fail to develop their potential, they may become impractical and rigid.

Sylables: 1

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# of Characters: 5

First Consonant: J

First Vowel: O

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