Hance is an unusual and distinctive given name of English origin. It is derived from the medieval English word 'hance,' which means 'hawk.' Historically, it was often used as a surname, but in recent years, it has been adopted as a first name. Hance is not a particularly common name, making it unique and memorable. There are no specific records or historical figures associated with this name, allowing those who bear it to forge their own paths and create their own legacies.
"Hance seems to have been a popular name for newborns throughout much of the 20th century, with peaks in the 1980s and again around the turn of the millennium."