Joy
Joy is a girl name that ranked #442 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1883. Its best recorded rank was #109 in 1974.
Latest rank
#442
Peak rank
#109
Reached in 1974
Total recorded usage
139,577
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1883
What To Know About Joy
Parents choosing Joy often appreciate its balance of tradition and accessibility. As a girl name with English background, it carries recognizable weight without sounding overly formal.
Joy is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Joy appearing in official records as far back as 1883, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #109 in 1974, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: JOY
Origin: English
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.