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Joy
Girl · Latin · Short name
- Meaning
- Happiness and gladness
- Pronunciation
- JOY
- Origin
- Latin
- Popularity
- Uncommon in United States (2023)
From Latin 'gaudia' meaning joy, via Old French.
Popularity: US SSA, 2023
VintageClassicSoft and gentle
Languages in use: Latin, English
Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom
Alternate spellings
JoyeEnglish
Older spelling.
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US SSA, Baby Names from Social Security Card Applications (2023). Last verified 2025-01-20.
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