Vance vs Lance

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Vance

Boy #996 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near the fens or marshes"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #843 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"spear, lance"

Origin: French/Latin

English French American

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Vance Rank #996

Lance Rank #843

Lance is more popular, ranked #843 vs #996 for Vance.

Is Vance or Lance more popular?

Lance is more popular, ranked #843 compared to Vance at #996 in the United States.

What do Vance and Lance mean?

Vance means "one who lives near the fens or marshes" (Old English origin). Lance means "spear, lance" (French/Latin origin).

Are Vance and Lance boy or girl names?

Vance is primarily a boy name. Lance is primarily a boy name.