Boy
Vance
marshland, bog dweller
About Vance
This distinguished name carries an air of quiet confidence and timeless appeal. Parents who choose Vance often appreciate names that feel both classic and slightly uncommon, striking a perfect balance between familiarity and uniqueness. The name has a crisp, decisive sound that suggests someone who is purposeful and grounded. In modern times, Vance has seen renewed interest among parents seeking alternatives to more common traditional names. The single-syllable punch gives it a memorable quality while maintaining sophistication. Children named Vance often grow into the name's inherent sense of reliability and steadfastness. It works well across all ages, from a curious toddler to a successful professional. The name also pairs beautifully with a wide variety of middle and last names, offering excellent flexibility. For families wanting a name that feels established yet fresh, distinctive yet accessible, Vance presents an outstanding choice that will serve a child well throughout all stages of life.
Popularity of the Name Vance
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #803 | ||
| 1881 | #776 | ||
| 1883 | #674 | ||
| 1884 | #544 | ||
| 1885 | #576 | ||
| 1886 | #690 | ||
| 1887 | #630 | ||
| 1888 | #909 | ||
| 1889 | #577 | ||
| 1890 | #563 | ||
| 1891 | #409 | ||
| 1892 | #477 | ||
| 1893 | #432 | ||
| 1894 | #436 | ||
| 1895 | #382 | ||
| 1896 | #496 | ||
| 1897 | #647 | ||
| 1898 | #521 | ||
| 1899 | #519 | ||
| 1900 | #676 | ||
| 1901 | #591 | ||
| 1902 | #439 | ||
| 1903 | #399 | ||
| 1904 | #512 | ||
| 1905 | #429 | ||
| 1906 | #545 | ||
| 1907 | #589 | ||
| 1908 | #450 | ||
| 1909 | #385 | ||
| 1910 | #523 | ||
| 1911 | #488 | ||
| 1912 | #469 | ||
| 1913 | #417 | ||
| 1914 | #411 | ||
| 1915 | #487 | ||
| 1916 | #423 | ||
| 1917 | #406 | ||
| 1918 | #426 | ||
| 1919 | #478 | ||
| 1920 | #412 | ||
| 1921 | #482 | ||
| 1922 | #428 | ||
| 1923 | #476 | ||
| 1924 | #507 | ||
| 1925 | #441 | ||
| 1926 | #460 | ||
| 1927 | #469 | ||
| 1928 | #449 | ||
| 1929 | #493 | ||
| 1930 | #478 | ||
| 1931 | #461 | ||
| 1932 | #497 | ||
| 1933 | #460 | ||
| 1934 | #434 | ||
| 1935 | #475 | ||
| 1936 | #437 | ||
| 1937 | #489 | ||
| 1938 | #471 | ||
| 1939 | #469 | ||
| 1940 | #451 | ||
| 1941 | #442 | ||
| 1942 | #500 | ||
| 1943 | #479 | ||
| 1944 | #444 | ||
| 1945 | #417 | ||
| 1946 | #425 | ||
| 1947 | #410 | ||
| 1948 | #425 | ||
| 1949 | #416 | ||
| 1950 | #416 | ||
| 1951 | #386 | ||
| 1952 | #390 | ||
| 1953 | #374 | ||
| 1954 | #434 | ||
| 1955 | #409 | ||
| 1956 | #398 | ||
| 1957 | #352 | ||
| 1958 | #402 | ||
| 1959 | #392 | ||
| 1960 | #373 | ||
| 1961 | #370 | ||
| 1962 | #389 | #252 | |
| 1963 | #372 | ||
| 1964 | #396 | ||
| 1965 | #402 | ||
| 1966 | #443 | ||
| 1967 | #446 | ||
| 1968 | #424 | ||
| 1969 | #328 | ||
| 1970 | #398 | ||
| 1971 | #446 | #305 | |
| 1972 | #528 | ||
| 1973 | #496 | #283 | |
| 1974 | #606 | ||
| 1975 | #628 | ||
| 1976 | #558 | ||
| 1977 | #708 | ||
| 1978 | #639 | ||
| 1979 | #672 | #302 | |
| 1980 | #707 | ||
| 1981 | #704 | #266 | |
| 1982 | #671 | ||
| 1983 | #610 | #290 | |
| 1984 | #688 | ||
| 1985 | #692 | ||
| 1986 | #713 | ||
| 1987 | #628 | ||
| 1988 | #602 | ||
| 1989 | #608 | ||
| 1990 | #644 | ||
| 1991 | #652 | #985 | |
| 1992 | #672 | ||
| 1993 | #702 | #969 | |
| 1994 | #776 | ||
| 1995 | #849 | ||
| 1996 | #857 | ||
| 1997 | #829 | ||
| 1999 | #910 | ||
| 2001 | #919 | ||
| 2002 | #840 | ||
| 2003 | #743 | ||
| 2004 | #784 | ||
| 2005 | #762 | ||
| 2006 | #726 | #851 | |
| 2007 | #723 | ||
| 2008 | #768 | ||
| 2009 | #776 | #854 | |
| 2010 | #772 | #863 | |
| 2011 | #756 | #833 | |
| 2012 | #842 | ||
| 2013 | #869 | ||
| 2014 | #883 | ||
| 2015 | #759 | ||
| 2016 | #882 | ||
| 2017 | #836 | #929 | |
| 2018 | #948 | #902 | |
| 2019 | #894 | #908 | |
| 2020 | #974 | ||
| 2021 | #935 | ||
| 2022 | #988 | #938 | |
| 2023 | #955 | #978 | |
| 2024 | #997 | #728 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Vance
- Van
- Vancey
- Vansen
- Vancent
Names Similar to Vance
Nicknames for Vance
- Van
- V
- Vanny
- Vince
Famous People Named Vance
| Vance Joy | Australian singer-songwriter |
| Vance DeGeneres | American actor and comedian |
| Vance Joseph | American football coach |
| Vance McDonald | American football player |
| Vance Veazey | American professional golfer |
| Vance Trimble | American journalist and author |
| Vance Worley | American baseball pitcher |
| Vance Gilbert | American folk singer |
| Vance Law | American baseball player and coach |
| Vance Wilson | American baseball player and coach |
| Vance Packard | American journalist and social critic |
| Vance Palmer | Australian author |
| Vance Thompson | American ophthalmologist and author |
| Vance Hartke | American politician |
| Vance Amory | Nevisian politician |
| Vance Anderson | American football player |
| Vance Hawkins | American basketball player |
| Vance Randolph | American folklorist |
| Vance Brand | American astronaut |
Characters Named Vance
| Vance Astro | Marvel Comics character |
| Vance Connor | The Secret of Shadow Ranch - Nancy Drew Mystery Stories |
| Vance Maximus | Barbie - Life in the Dreamhouse TV series |
| Vance McBain | Young and the Restless TV series |
| Vance McBride | Archer TV series |
| Vance Cobb | Breaking Bad TV series |
| Vance Shepard | The Lost World - Jurassic Park film |
| Vance Artemis | Dexter TV series |
| Vance Jefford | The Shield TV series |
| Vance Duke | The Dukes animated TV series |
| Vance Shipman | Point Pleasant TV series |
| Vance Chastain | Dark Shadows TV series |
| Vance Parker | Conviction TV series |
| Vance Munson | As Good as It Gets film |
| Vance Coven | JAG TV series |
| Vance Holt | Short story "The Enchanted Garden" by H.P. Lovecraft |