Joy Name Meaning
The name Joy comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Joy below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Joy Name Meaning
EnglishSimply from the English word joy, ultimately derived from Norman French joie, Latin gaudia. It has been regularly used as a given name since the late 19th century.
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What does the name Joy mean?
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Is Joy a boy or girl name?
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