Lately, I’ve been liking [name_f]Joy[/name_f] for a little girl, but I’m not sure if it’s ready for a revival?
Also, is it too much pressure to put on a person to literally name her joy? Then again, there’s a lot of virtue names around…
What do you think? 
EDIT: does anyone have any suggestions for a middle name?
I think [name_f]Joy[/name_f] is an adorable one syllable choice. You could even call her [name_u]Joey[/name_u] as a less formal nickname.
If you’re not completely comfortable with just [name_f]Joy[/name_f] as a name, there are many [name_u]Jo[/name_u]… na,es that could call for [name_f]Joy[/name_f] as a nickname.
It would be refreshing to meet a little [name_f]Joy[/name_f], and especially a [name_u]Joyce[/name_u], which are both in the. top 1000, so technically both are not dated if you ask me. [name_u]Joyce[/name_u] seems dated, but it is still cute and less expected. [name_u]June[/name_u] is making a comeback, so why not [name_u]Joyce[/name_u]?
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] is totally usable.
Combo ideas: [name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Anneliese[/name_f] … [name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Annabeth[/name_f] … [name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Annabel[/name_f] … [name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Cecelia[/name_f]
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Delilah[/name_f] … [name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Daffodil[/name_f] … [name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Evelina[/name_f] … [name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_u]Evelyn[/name_u] … [name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Estella[/name_f]
I’ve known several. It’s honestly not my favorite, but it’s pretty.
Thank you @ashleyjuliette!
I like [name_f]Joy[/name_f] on it’s own (not as nickname) but, [name_u]Joey[/name_u] could be a cute potential nn 
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Annabel[/name_f] and [name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Evelina[/name_f] sound cute!
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] is a simple, sweet name. I do think it’s popularity may rise with the release of Inside Out, though.
I think [name_f]Joy[/name_f] is sweet, and I agree that “Inside Out” makes it feel more modern but also could also make it soar in popularity. I would never personally choose it for the pressure of living up to it, especially because I’m sensitive to the sexist “Smile, honey” culture that insists young women should constantly be cheerful and pleasant.
I think it is fine. It might be hard to find mns that flow properly but I’m sure you will find a solution. As for being dated, there are many middle-aged Joys but also many child Joys (mainly in young [name_f]Asian[/name_f] families it seems)
You’re very welcome Maimouse. <3
I think it’d be a great choice.
I had a little girl named [name_f]Joy[/name_f] in one of my storytime groups. I thought it was refreshing among all the Brynlees & Kylees.
Thank you for your opinions! I do think it might rise in popularity due to Inside Out, but I’m not gonna have a baby anytime soon anyway Also, even after all the Frozen hype, [name_f]Elsa[/name_f] is still at #286 so who really knows?
I do fear that it’s too much to live up to as a name, but then again with virtue names and names like [name_f]Heaven[/name_f]/[name_f]Nevaeh[/name_f] being used it might be okay?
[name_u]LOVE[/name_u] the name [name_f]Joy[/name_f]! I think it’s adorable for a baby, and ages well, too. Great choice
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] is a lovely name that suits any age and has a wonderful sentiment behind it
I’ve met one [name_f]Joy[/name_f], a bit younger than me, and she has been the most lovely, kind and happy person her whole life. We weren’t even friends, I just knew her through my sister’s music school. If that isn’t a ringing endorsement… But honestly, I think if you have to ask if it might be too much pressure, then it very well might be. I remember [name_f]Joy[/name_f]'s mother, and she was good natured and softly in tune with something that caused her eyes to always shine and a smile to play on her lips. Both [name_f]Joy[/name_f] and her mom was so quiet, I don’t remember the sound of their voices. They were also deeply religious. I don’t think she would have wondered about the name [name_f]Joy[/name_f]. [name_f]Joy[/name_f], to me, is a spiritual current that runs through the tide of life at all times, and it’s always within the grasp of our experience. But most people have the viewpoint that [name_f]Joy[/name_f] is above happy on the scale of emotions. If you think that joy is the quality of the spirit inside you, then don’t hesitate to use the name. But not all people believe in the spirit.
Than you everyone, and @anyagreenwich wow that was beautifully put!
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] is an absolutely wonderful name choice, I think 
I know a little girl called [name_f]Joy[/name_f], though not well, and I was so impressed to find out her name. [name_f]Joy[/name_f] doesn’t exert personality pressure, so you don’t need to worry about that. It’s a virtue, and comes from the idea of being “joyful in the [name_m]Lord[/name_m],” and to have a joyful spirit is totally admirable, meaning a person who meets life’s challenges with calm and conviction, especially hope. It doesn’t mean a consistent external cheerfulness, although this is quite often the result of joy. And it doesn’t mean elation either, which is only short-lived. The word “joy” is very often misapplied in this way, and entirely out of context for the name. This is something you need to grasp, in my opinion, if you want to call your daughter [name_f]Joy[/name_f] - but I honestly don’t think you could pick better <3
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] is nice…if you’re worried it’s too simple or “sweet”, I think [name_f]Gioia[/name_f] is a gorgeous name. It would present spelling problems here and there but I love the name.
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] would make a great name! If you pair it with a longer middle name, it would sound beautiful!
I’m so excited by all of these responses, thank you guys!
Does anyone have any middle names suggestions?
[name_u]Joyce[/name_u] was my aunts name, but I love [name_f]Joy[/name_f] too
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Anna[/name_f] (could be a double first name?)
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Persephone[/name_f]
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Elizabeth[/name_f]
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Madeline[/name_f]
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] Blubell
[name_f]Joy[/name_f] [name_f]Daphne[/name_f] <3