Leonard vs Lance

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leonard

Boy #674 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"brave lion, lion-strong"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #843 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"spear, lance"

Origin: French/Latin

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Leonard Rank #674

Lance Rank #843

Leonard is more popular, ranked #674 vs #843 for Lance.

Is Leonard or Lance more popular?

Leonard is more popular, ranked #674 compared to Lance at #843 in the United States.

What do Leonard and Lance mean?

Leonard means "brave lion, lion-strong" (Germanic origin). Lance means "spear, lance" (French/Latin origin).

Are Leonard and Lance boy or girl names?

Leonard is primarily a boy name. Lance is primarily a boy name.