Holding steady.
Popularity of Mance since 1882
Babies named Mance per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1914, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Mance's real moment was 1889.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 10 |
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 43 |
| 1920s | 51 |
| 1930s | 29 |
| 1940s | 47 |
| 1950s | 21 |
| 1960s | 26 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mance is a rare masculine name with obscure origins, first recorded in the United States in 1882. It reached its peak usage in 1889, but even then it was never common. The name has remained stable in its rarity, never appearing in the top 1,000. Its uncertain etymology may derive from the surname Mance, itself possibly a variant of Mannix. The name is most associated with the late 19th century, particularly the 1880s, and has not seen a revival in modern times. While it lacks widespread recognition or notable bearers, Mance offers a distinctive choice for parents drawn to obscure historical names.
Mance is a rare given name of obscure origin. It may derive from the Middle English surname Mance, itself possibly a variant of Mannix (a diminutive of the Old English name Man(n)). Alternatively, it could be a short form of the medieval given name Emmence, which is of uncertain meaning. The name saw minor use in the late 19th century but never achieved widespread popularity.
Sibling names for Mance
Names that share Mance's style, for a brother or sister.
