Vann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Vann originates from the Old English word for 'marsh' or 'fen', reflecting a connection to nature. Its meaning is associated with wetland areas. Over time, it evolved from 'fenn' in Old English to its current form. Vann is perceived as a modern and unique name today. It has no significant biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 20th century.

The name Vann is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South 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, Vann has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Vann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2987th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2131st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1617th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2728th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4234th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3354th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3563rd out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9364th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Vann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vann"

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Pronunciation

/væn/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

The name Vann is derived from the Old English word 'fenn', meaning 'marsh' or 'fen'. It may also be related to the Welsh name 'Fan', meaning 'white' or 'fair'.

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Meaning

marsh, fen

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Language Evolution

Old English: fenn, Middle English: fenne, Modern English: Vann

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Historical Usage

Vann gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used both as a first name and a surname.

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Variants & Derivatives

Van, Vance

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Vann is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with nature due to its meaning related to marshy areas.

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Famous People

Vann McElroy, an American football player, Vannessa H. Lee, a notable artist

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vann"

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 "Vann"

"Vann" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 2987th of 7545 123
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 2131st of 6773 222
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1617th of 7552 444
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 2728th of 10718 212
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 4234th of 16616 186
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 3354th of 24088 466
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 3563rd of 23106 375
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 9364th of 12526 19
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 19264th of 19264 5

Regional Popularity of "Vann" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 96.75%
2289th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 59.71%
1405th/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 40.87%
1166th/2853
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - 51.45%
1810th/3518
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 52.56%
3844th/7313
45.34%
3384th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - 54.40%
3711th/6822
63.67%
3996th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Vann" by Generation for Female 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)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Vann"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Vann" 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.