Drake vs Lance

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Drake

Boy #662 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dragon"

Origin: Old English from Latin draco

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Boy #843 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"spear, lance"

Origin: French/Latin

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Drake Rank #662

Lance Rank #843

Drake is more popular, ranked #662 vs #843 for Lance.

Is Drake or Lance more popular?

Drake is more popular, ranked #662 compared to Lance at #843 in the United States.

What do Drake and Lance mean?

Drake means "dragon" (Old English from Latin draco origin). Lance means "spear, lance" (French/Latin origin).

Are Drake and Lance boy or girl names?

Drake is primarily a boy name. Lance is primarily a boy name.