Mac vs Lance

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mac

Boy #696 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

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Boy #843 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"spear, lance"

Origin: French/Latin

English French American

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Mac Rank #696

Lance Rank #843

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 vs #843 for Lance.

Is Mac or Lance more popular?

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 compared to Lance at #843 in the United States.

What do Mac and Lance mean?

Mac means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Lance means "spear, lance" (French/Latin origin).

Are Mac and Lance boy or girl names?

Mac is primarily a boy name. Lance is primarily a boy name.