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Lance vs Taylor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lance

Boy #843 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"spear, lance"

Origin: French/Latin

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#843
Total SSA Count
290
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Taylor

Boy #667 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who cuts cloth, tailor"

Origin: Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#667
Total SSA Count
411
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lance Rank #843
Taylor Rank #667

Taylor is more popular, ranked #667 vs #843 for Lance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lance or Taylor more popular?

Taylor is more popular, ranked #667 compared to Lance at #843 in the United States.

What do Lance and Taylor mean?

Lance means "spear, lance" (French/Latin origin). Taylor means "one who cuts cloth, tailor" (Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour origin).

Are Lance and Taylor boy or girl names?

Lance is primarily a boy name. Taylor is primarily a boy name.

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