Nance
Girl nameNance has been given to 771 babies in the U.S. since 1913. It peaked in 1947.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
771
Peak year
1947 (32 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1913
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
99% girls / 1% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nance — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nance.
Sibling name ideas for Nance
Same era and popularity as Nance, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nance?
Nance has been given to 771 babies in the U.S. since 1913. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nance peak?
Nance peaked in 1947, when 32 babies were given the name.
Is Nance a girl or boy name?
Nance is primarily a girl name (99% of babies named Nance are girls).
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