Burce is a male name with origins in Scotland. It is a variation of the name Bruce, which means "from the woods" or "dweller of the thicket." The name has strong associations with Scottish heritage and history, particularly through Robert the Bruce, a famous Scottish king. In terms of pronunciation, both British English and American English speakers pronounce it as BURS (/bɜːs/). While not as commonly used today, Burce has had sporadic popularity in the United States. According to data from the Social Security Administration, it was given to five newborn boys in 1962 and six in 1957.