Lance vs Jimmy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jimmy

Boy #860 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows"

Origin: Hebrew via James/Jacob

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#860
Total SSA Count
282
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lance Rank #843
Jimmy Rank #860

Lance is more popular, ranked #843 vs #860 for Jimmy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lance or Jimmy more popular?

Lance is more popular, ranked #843 compared to Jimmy at #860 in the United States.

What do Lance and Jimmy mean?

Lance means "spear, lance" (French/Latin origin). Jimmy means "supplanter, one who follows" (Hebrew via James/Jacob origin).

Are Lance and Jimmy boy or girl names?

Lance is primarily a boy name. Jimmy is primarily a boy name.

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