Vaughan
Pronunciation: [ v-AWN ]
Vaughan is a girl baby name. Ranked #66,280 in the US, popular nicknames include Vau, Vay, and Vauie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Vaughan first appeared in US Social Security records in 2010.
Over 12 babies have been named Vaughan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vaughan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #66,280 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,280
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Vaughan is also used as a boy name, ranked #15949.
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About the Name Vaughan
Vaughan is a girl name .
Is Vaughan a boy or girl name? Vaughan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #66,280 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #15,949. Vaughan is more commonly used as a boy name.
Vaughan is currently ranked #66,280 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Vaughan include Vau, Vay, Vauie, and Vaugie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis