"From; of the fen or marshland"
Origin: Dutch
Vann
Pronunciation: [ v-AN ]
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- The double-N spelling may cause confusion with the more common single-N Van
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Historical Record
Vann first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,587 babies have been named Vann in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vann is past its peak , currently ranked #5,118 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
#5,118
Current Rank
Peaked 1957
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #5,118
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- Dutch English American
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vann
What does the name Vann mean?
"From; of the fen or marshland" (from Dutch). "God is gracious" (from Hebrew (via Ivan/John))
What is the origin of the name Vann?
Vann has Dutch, Hebrew (via Ivan/John), English, and American origins. In Dutch, it means "From; of the fen or marshland". In Hebrew (via Ivan/John), it means "God is gracious".
Is Vann a boy or girl name?
Vann is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5118. As a girl name, it is ranked #47754. Vann is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Vann?
Vann is pronounced v-AN.
How popular is the name Vann?
Vann is currently ranked #5118 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Vann?
Popular middle name pairings include Vann James, Vann Lee, Vann Michael, Vann Cole, and Vann Reid.
What are good sibling names for Vann?
Names that pair well with Vann as siblings include Finn, Cole, Reid, Brooks, Wren, and Sloane.
How many syllables does Vann have?
Vann has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Vann a common or rare name?
Vann is an uncommon name, ranked #5118 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Vann
Vann is a boy name with Dutch, English, and American origins . The name means "From; of the fen or marshland" in Dutch .
Is Vann a boy or girl name? Vann is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,118 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #47,754. Vann is more commonly used as a boy name.
Vann is currently ranked #5,118 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Vann has 1 syllable and is pronounced v-AN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Vann include Van, Vance, Vander, Vansh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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