Nance Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nance originated from the medieval diminutive 'Nancie,' which is rooted in the Hebrew name 'Hannah' meaning 'grace.' The name evolved through various forms including Annie and Nancy. Nance is often seen as a charming and friendly name, though it is not widely used today. There is no biblical relevance associated with Nance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nance"
Pronunciation
/næns/
Origin
English
Etymology
Nance is derived from the medieval name 'Nancie,' which itself is a diminutive form of 'Annie' or 'Nancy,' stemming from the Hebrew name 'Hannah' meaning 'grace.'
Meaning
grace
Language Evolution
Hannah, Annie, Nancy, Nance
Historical Usage
Nance gained popularity in the 20th century as a diminutive form of Nancy, which became widely used in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Nancy, Nan, Nannie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nance is perceived as a quaint and somewhat old-fashioned name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Famous People
Nance O'Neil, Nancey Smith
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Boy Name Trend
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Nance Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 32 peak births in 1947
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Pennsylvania
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nance"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Nance"
"Nance" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6076th of 6773 | 10 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4543rd of 9107 | 68 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2242nd of 9204 | 265 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2485th of 12526 | 390 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
Regional Popularity of "Nance" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Nance" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
90.55% 1409th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
84.49% 2053rd/2430 |
- |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nance"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nance" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nance" in the United States
The name Nance is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nance has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nance' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6076th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4543rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2242nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2485th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10755th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Nance' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.