Vance
Vance is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Someone who lives near a marsh, fen, or wetland.
Origin and history
Vance is an English surname-derived given name that originated as a topographic name for someone living near a marsh or fenland. Historically steady in the United States, it has served as a classic yet distinctive masculine choice for generations. It offers a strong, single-syllable sound with a traditional Anglo-Saxon heritage.
Popularity in the United States
27,012 babies in the United States have been named Vance since 1880. It ranks #714 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #915.
States where it is most popular
- CA (12 %)
- TX (9.2 %)
- NC (8.7 %)
- PA (6.1 %)
- OH (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 91 |
| 1890-1900 | 177 |
| 1900-1910 | 229 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,233 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,735 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,501 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,075 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,420 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,065 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,253 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,875 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,929 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,443 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,631 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,355 |
Famous people named Vance
- Vance Joy: Singer, Songwriter
- Vance Joseph: Football Coach, Athlete
Fun facts
- Derived from the Old English word 'fenn', which described someone dwelling near marshy ground.
- Vance has maintained a persistent presence in the U.S. Social Security Administration records since tracking began in 1880.