Vance

Meaning of Vance

From a surname meaning 'marshland'. It can also mean 'son of Bence'.

Vance has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Vance

After ranking as high as #721 in 2007, Vance has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Vance

• Vance Joy
  Australian singer-songwriter
• Vance DeGeneres
  American actor and producer
• Vance McDonald
  Former NFL tight end
• Vance Gilbert
  American folk singer-songwriter
• Vance Packard
  American journalist and social critic

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Questions about the name Vance

What does the name Vance mean?

Vance means from a surname meaning 'marshland'. it can also mean 'son of bence', and it comes from English origins.

Is Vance a boy's or a girl's name?

Vance is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Vance?

Vance did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Vance most popular?

Vance peaked at #721 in 2007.