Lancer
Pronunciation: [ l-ANS-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lancer first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 196 babies have been named Lancer in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lancer is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,516 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,516
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Lancer
Lancer is a boy name .
Lancer is currently ranked #33,516 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lancer include Lan, Lay, Lanie, and Lancie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lancer include Lance . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis