Meaning & Origin
Derived from the Latin word 'jocis', meaning 'joy' or 'happiness'. Used as a feminine given name in the Christian tradition.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes the joy and happiness found in a close relationship with God.
Language details
Joice
Joy
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
/dʒoɪs/, /dʒoʊs/
[dʒɔɪs], [dʒɔhs]
Lucky number
7
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
9
Lucky stone
Amethyst
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name "Joice" carries a rich cultural significance in the Christian tradition, evoking feelings of joy and happiness. In various Christian communities around the world, the name is given to babies as a symbolic reminder of the joy and happiness that comes from faith and the promise of eternal life. It also reflects the belief that, no matter the circumstances of life, one can always find joy and happiness in the love and grace of God.
In a more spiritual sense, the name "Joice" embodies the Christian virtue of joy. The Bible teaches that "the joy of the Lord is your strength" (Nehemiah 8:10), and that Christians are called to be "rejoicing in the hope of the glory of God" (Romans 5:2). The name "Joice" is a reminder to keep our focus on the joy and promise of eternal life in God, even in these trying times, to find strength and hope in His love and grace.
Historical references
Joice was a variant of the name Joyce, popularized by the 16th-century English writer and mystic, Anne Joice.
16th century
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