Duke vs Lance

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
Nicknames
Lan, Lay, Laie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Duke Rank #710
Lance Rank #843

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #843 for Lance.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Duke ___

  • Duke James
  • Duke William
  • Duke Henry
  • Duke Thomas
  • Duke Lee
  • Duke Allen

Lance ___

  • Lance Edward
  • Lance Michael
  • Lance David
  • Lance Thomas
  • Lance Robert
  • Lance Andrew

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Duke

Earl Rex Beau Chase Baron

If you choose Lance

Grant Trent Chase Savannah Brooke

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Lance more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Lance at #843 in the United States.

What do Duke and Lance mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Lance means "spear, lance" (French/Latin origin).

Are Duke and Lance boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Lance is primarily a boy name.

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