Biblical Meaning of Bryce

If you are called Bryce then this is a powerful name. It is a boy's name if you are wondering. It is a name that is becoming a little bit popular.

Yes, this is a name of great things for you. Now, "Bryce"  comes from the word "Brice," which means "speckled" or "freckled" in Celtic folklore. If you are on a spiritual path in life, your name Bryce carries you toward ancient wisdom and new understandings. As I have already touched on the scripture does not mention Bryce whatsoever. I have this sort of fascination with names and biblical meanings and I want to bring you my conclusions of what this means.

What is the biblical meaning of Bryce?

Names have always held secret power. They define us, shape us, and often predict our path. This is due to the biblical or numerological meaning. What does 'Bryce' mean in the Bible? Well, the name Bryce --- is not found in the Bible, so you can’t really come to a conclusion about the biblical meaning. What I can do though is help you understand the spiritual meaning of this name.

I am a firm believer that names are the reflections of character, the certain paths of destiny. Let me give you an example. Parenting is all about teaching how to think, you can’t teach a child how to think if your answer is I am always right. Bryan is a name that spiritually is about “teaching” The root of the ways is often in the thoughts. 

In History from what I have read the name Bryce comes from the Celtic word for "swift" or "strength." A fortress. Yes, a fortress. A refuge in times of trouble. So biblically this means for others, to be a refuge and security? Look at Psalm 18: 2: "The LORD is my rock, my fortification, and my deliverer; he's my helper." My rock and my refuge is in God my shield and the horn of my salvation, my refuge.” And this verse to me sums up Bryce. It is a passage to let you know - that even in the storms of life, you must have faith. Your thoughts are going to be justified by your ways. The ways. The thoughts will fill your head with joy. Now, swiftness is also important. Fast to act, fast to love, fast to forgive. But how often have you put off action when it was right? For those moments, God will forgive you (he forgives all of us) 

Consider how quickly David faced Goliath. The battlefield was his proof ground of faith regardless of size. Maybe you're a big man, but are you a good man?  His name was David, but his spirit was that of Bryce - swift and strong. Look at this passage: 1 Samuel 17: 48: "When the Philistine came closer to attacking David, David ran toward the battle line to confront him." God gives us all faith to face those giants with the courage of David. So all of a sudden God might be judged not on you, now you can be physically strong but emotionally weak. You can be strong but fragile underneath. 

When I spoke about the fortress in connection with Bryce, this is about the fact that you don’t know how tough people are. If you think of: Noah's Ark, Moses, the walls of Jerusalem - these were fortresses in themselves, built on faith and divine orders.

Nehemiah 8: 10: "Do not grieve: for the joy of the LORD strengthens you." Recalling these truths I also think a fortress must be maintained. Neglected walls crumble. Relationships die without care. The Bible does speak of building on solid ground. Something else I must say before you go - the community is a fortress it creates. It is a gathering place rather than a single place. A refuge where you can meet, unite, and find common ground. The reason I mention this is that if you are called Bryce it may mean that you will be involved with the community. 

Conclusion of the Biblical Meaning of Bryce

I realize the name Bryce is more than a name. It's a pillar of strength and means swiftness and community. There is also the connection with nature, as when I was researching this name I saw that the national park in Utah is named Bryce Canyon. Now, choosing the name Bryce for a child often means you wish for blessings, and I do think you will have those.