Name:
Joy
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
French
Meaning:
Joy originates in English language and is simply taken from the word for delight, happiness. It is ultimately derived from Latin. As a feminine given name it has been used since the 19th century and currently is fairly popular in the United States. It functions as a surname as well.
Pronunciation:
JOI
The Five Elements:
Metal
Also Spelled Like...:
Joye
Famous Joy:
Joy Fielding : writer
Joy Bryant : actress
Joy Fawcett : WUSA professional soccer player