Lance Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlans / lænsLatin; Old French
Meaning
Latin: 'lance' (spear); Old French: 'land' (land)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lance has roots in Latin, where it refers to a type of spear used in battle. It was later adopted into Old French, where it also took on meanings related to land. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world, particularly in the 20th century. It is often associated with chivalric and knightly imagery due to its historical connotations.
Trend Summary
Lance has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lancey
International Variants
- Lancelot (French)
- Lanz (German)
Famous people named Lance
Lance Armstrong is a former professional cyclist known for winning the Tour de France multiple times.
Lance Bass is an American singer and actor, best known as a member of the boy band NSYNC.
Lance Henriksen is an American actor recognized for his roles in films such as 'Aliens' and 'The Terminator'.
Lance Reddick is an American actor and musician, known for his performances in 'The Wire' and 'Fringe'.
Fictional characters named Lance
Lance is a character in the animated series 'Voltron: Legendary Defender', serving as a pilot of the Blue Lion.
Lance Corporal is a character in the video game series 'Call of Duty', often depicted as a soldier in various conflicts.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lance was first seen in the United States in 1899. Lance has ranked as high as #171 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Lance has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lance (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 31 | |
| CA | 24 | |
| FL | 18 | |
| IL | 14 | |
| PA | 13 | |
| MO | 11 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| LA | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| UT | 7 | |
| KY | 6 | |
| WI | 6 | |
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 25 |
| 1915 | 23 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 32 |
| 1918 | 25 |
| 1919 | 29 |
| 1920 | 36 |
| 1921 | 40 |
| 1922 | 38 |
| 1923 | 24 |
| 1924 | 26 |
| 1925 | 26 |
| 1926 | 29 |
| 1927 | 31 |
| 1928 | 24 |
| 1929 | 28 |
| 1930 | 26 |
| 1931 | 24 |
| 1932 | 24 |
| 1933 | 35 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 41 |
| 1936 | 72 |
| 1937 | 70 |
| 1938 | 267 |
| 1939 | 291 |
| 1940 | 254 |
| 1941 | 247 |
| 1942 | 338 |
| 1943 | 295 |
| 1944 | 404 |
| 1945 | 400 |
| 1946 | 414 |
| 1947 | 606 |
| 1948 | 609 |
| 1949 | 617 |
| 1950 | 735 |
| 1951 | 751 |
| 1952 | 707 |
| 1953 | 710 |
| 1954 | 921 |
| 1955 | 1,059 |
| 1956 | 1,116 |
| 1957 | 1,158 |
| 1958 | 1,132 |
| 1959 | 1,431 |
| 1960 | 1,875 |
| 1961 | 1,807 |
| 1962 | 2,004 |
| 1963 | 1,865 |
| 1964 | 2,089 |
| 1965 | 1,753 |
| 1966 | 1,819 |
| 1967 | 1,804 |
| 1968 | 1,993 |
| 1969 | 3,027 |
| 1970 | 4,160 |
| 1971 | 3,176 |
| 1972 | 2,253 |
| 1973 | 1,684 |
| 1974 | 1,529 |
| 1975 | 1,496 |
| 1976 | 1,736 |
| 1977 | 1,924 |
| 1978 | 1,972 |
| 1979 | 1,867 |
| 1980 | 1,786 |
| 1981 | 1,682 |
| 1982 | 1,974 |
| 1983 | 1,962 |
| 1984 | 2,135 |
| 1985 | 2,152 |
| 1986 | 2,051 |
| 1987 | 1,993 |
| 1988 | 1,894 |
| 1989 | 1,823 |
| 1990 | 1,697 |
| 1991 | 1,574 |
| 1992 | 1,507 |
| 1993 | 1,259 |
| 1994 | 1,119 |
| 1995 | 1,095 |
| 1996 | 1,048 |
| 1997 | 918 |
| 1998 | 880 |
| 1999 | 1,003 |
| 2000 | 1,221 |
| 2001 | 1,286 |
| 2002 | 1,232 |
| 2003 | 1,167 |
| 2004 | 1,161 |
| 2005 | 1,256 |
| 2006 | 1,003 |
| 2007 | 826 |
| 2008 | 751 |
| 2009 | 639 |
| 2010 | 604 |
| 2011 | 575 |
| 2012 | 540 |
| 2013 | 459 |
| 2014 | 512 |
| 2015 | 454 |
| 2016 | 438 |
| 2017 | 409 |
| 2018 | 394 |
| 2019 | 398 |
| 2020 | 315 |
| 2021 | 305 |
| 2022 | 319 |
| 2023 | 300 |
| 2024 | 290 |