Lance: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: la-hnke-h
Origin: France
gender-male

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Land

The name Lance has multiple meanings and origins. It is derived from the Old French name Lanzo, which is a short form of various names beginning with "land" or "territory" and has Germanic roots. The name is also associated with the French word "lance" meaning "lance" as in the weapon, which comes from the Latin word "lancea". In English baby names, Lance means "servant" or "God-like". In French baby names, it represents "land" and is a short form of the name Lancelot. The name Lance has been popular since the Middle Ages and is often used in reference to the medieval weapon, the lance.

Lance Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Lance is currently #348 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Lance is currently #348 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Lance is currently #345 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Lance is currently #345 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Lance

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Lance, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Lance Armstrong: Lance Armstrong is an American former professional road racing cyclist who won the Tour de France seven consecutive times before being stripped of his titles due to a doping scandal.
  • Lance Bass: Lance Bass is an American singer, dancer, actor, and film and television producer known for being a member of the boy band NSYNC.
  • Lance Reddick: Lance Reddick is an American actor and musician known for his roles in "The Wire," "Fringe," and the "John Wick" film series.
  • Lance Henriksen: Lance Henriksen is an American actor and artist known for his roles in science fiction, action, and horror films such as "Aliens," "The Terminator," and "Millennium."
  • Lance Henriksen: An actor known for his roles in various films and television shows, including the Alien franchise and the TV series Millennium.

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