Lance

Unisex

Meaning

Land

Origin

German

Pronunciation

/læns/

Traits associated with the name Lance:

Dogs named Lance tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Lance?

That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pets unique names. It could also suggest that you admire strength and courage, qualities that are often associated with the name Lance.

Is Lance a good dog name?

Lance is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Lance isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

1,528
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1,006
New York City Dog Name Database
765
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Lance is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Lance was, in the past month, the 563rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Lance is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Lance was viewed 62 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Lance's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Lance is most adored in Arizona, Utah and Minnesota.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Illinois and South Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Lance.

Most popular breeds named Lance:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. German Shepherd
  3. American Pitbull Terrier
  4. Shetland Sheepdog
  5. Border Collie

Lance is found in these categories:

british dog names
british

Associated with knights, symbolizing bravery and chivalry in British history.

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Popular during medieval times, it's reminiscent of knights and jousting tournaments.

cute dog names
cute

Evokes images of gallant knights, adding a charming, endearing quality.

chinese dog names
chinese

No direct connection between "Lance" and Chinese culture or language exists.

Dog names like Lance:

Leo
The nemean lion in Greek mythology
Young Girl, Maiden
Leader, commander, governor of a province
Lake settlement, lake colony
Daisy
Fortunate
Lance dog name meaning

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