Royce

/rɔɪs/ noun

Definition

a surname, famously associated with Rolls-Royce luxury cars

Etymology

From Old French 'roiz,' meaning 'king' or from Germanic 'hros' meaning 'horse.' Originally a medieval given name

Kelly Says

The Royce in Rolls-Royce was Henry Royce, an engineer who believed 'the quality remains long after the price is forgotten!' His name became synonymous with ultimate luxury.

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