Lance

Lance Meaning & Origin

About Lance
The name Lance is of French origin and has multiple meanings. It is derived from the word "lance" which means "spear" or "warrior." Lance is often associated with bravery, strength, and courage, reflecting the qualities of a warrior. It is a name that conveys a sense of power and determination, symbolizing someone who is ready to face challenges head-on and overcome obstacles.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Lance are male.

Lance Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 4.97% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
LNS
🗽 NYSIIS
LA
🔊 Soundex
L0520
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
L AE1 N S
🌐 IPA
/læns/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('LNS', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
L520

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Lance in Braille

Here's how to represent Lance in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Lance in braille

How to Spell the Name Lance in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Lance using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Lance in sign language

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