Vance vs Leroy

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 #864 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"the king"

Origin: Old French

French African American English

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Vance Rank #996

Leroy Rank #864

Leroy is more popular, ranked #864 vs #996 for Vance.

Is Vance or Leroy more popular?

Leroy is more popular, ranked #864 compared to Vance at #996 in the United States.

What do Vance and Leroy mean?

Vance means "one who lives near the fens or marshes" (Old English origin). Leroy means "the king" (Old French origin).

Are Vance and Leroy boy or girl names?

Vance is primarily a boy name. Leroy is primarily a boy name.