Vann
Vann is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
From or marshy land; often a short form of surnames beginning with Van or Vance.
Origin and history
Vann is an English given name, historically derived as a topographic name or a shortened form of surnames starting with Van or Vance. It has maintained a steady but rare presence in the United States over the last century. Today, it offers a distinct, single-syllable alternative to similar names like Van or Vance.
Popularity in the United States
2,057 babies in the United States have been named Vann since 1880. It ranks #2848 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1765.
States where it is most popular
- NC (60.8 %)
- CA (14.3 %)
- TX (7 %)
- AL (5.9 %)
- FL (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 46 |
| 1920-1930 | 103 |
| 1930-1940 | 106 |
| 1940-1950 | 186 |
| 1950-1960 | 228 |
| 1960-1970 | 210 |
| 1970-1980 | 108 |
| 1980-1990 | 115 |
| 1990-2000 | 123 |
| 2000-2010 | 289 |
| 2010-2019 | 376 |
| 2020-2029 | 162 |
Famous people named Vann
- Vann Walls: Pianist, Musician
Fun facts
- Vann originally functioned primarily as a family name before transitioning into a given name in English-speaking regions.
- While short three-letter names are popular, Vann remains relatively uncommon in U.S. birth registries.