Vaughan
Pronunciation: [ v-AWN ]
Vaughan is a boy baby name. Ranked #15,949 in the US, popular nicknames include Vau, Vay, and Vauie.
A distinctive boy 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 1950.
Over 1,103 babies have been named Vaughan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vaughan is past its peak , currently ranked #15,949 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #15,949
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Vaughan is also used as a girl name, ranked #66280.
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About the Name Vaughan
Vaughan is a boy name .
Is Vaughan a boy or girl name? Vaughan is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #15,949 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #66,280. Vaughan is more commonly used as a boy name.
Vaughan is currently ranked #15,949 in popularity for boy 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.
Alternative spellings of Vaughan include Vaughn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis