Lance Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Lance Name at a Glance

Name	Lance
Meaning	Diminutive of Lancelot: Servant. God-like.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Lance Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lance means “Diminutive of Lancelot: Servant. God-like”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Lance Name Origin

Our database records Lance under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Lance a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Lance is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Lance

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