Van Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationVan / /væn/Dutch; English
Meaning
Dutch: from; English: a diminutive form of names beginning with Van
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Van has Dutch origins, often used as a prefix in surnames indicating 'from' a place. It is commonly associated with noble families in the Netherlands. In English-speaking countries, it has become popular as a standalone first name. The name reflects a trend of using surnames as first names.
Trend Summary
The name Van has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
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Famous people named Van
Van Morrison is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter known for his influential music career.
Van Halen was a famous American rock band formed in 1972, known for their energetic performances and innovative guitar work.
Fictional characters named Van
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Van was first seen in the United States in 1880. Van has ranked as high as #588 nationally, which occurred in 1953, and has been most popular in California, Texas, North Carolina, Illinois, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Van has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Van (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 22 | |
| TX | 17 | |
| OH | 16 | |
| PA | 13 | |
| UT | 12 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| MD | 7 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| MI | 7 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| IA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 33 |
| 1881 | 32 |
| 1882 | 46 |
| 1883 | 31 |
| 1884 | 38 |
| 1885 | 38 |
| 1886 | 41 |
| 1887 | 32 |
| 1888 | 31 |
| 1889 | 34 |
| 1890 | 27 |
| 1891 | 48 |
| 1892 | 35 |
| 1893 | 42 |
| 1894 | 32 |
| 1895 | 34 |
| 1896 | 37 |
| 1897 | 38 |
| 1898 | 38 |
| 1899 | 32 |
| 1900 | 57 |
| 1901 | 34 |
| 1902 | 33 |
| 1903 | 38 |
| 1904 | 31 |
| 1905 | 34 |
| 1906 | 25 |
| 1907 | 29 |
| 1908 | 36 |
| 1909 | 45 |
| 1910 | 45 |
| 1911 | 53 |
| 1912 | 85 |
| 1913 | 82 |
| 1914 | 134 |
| 1915 | 173 |
| 1916 | 185 |
| 1917 | 162 |
| 1918 | 191 |
| 1919 | 180 |
| 1920 | 217 |
| 1921 | 244 |
| 1922 | 207 |
| 1923 | 192 |
| 1924 | 234 |
| 1925 | 227 |
| 1926 | 220 |
| 1927 | 209 |
| 1928 | 223 |
| 1929 | 190 |
| 1930 | 219 |
| 1931 | 187 |
| 1932 | 193 |
| 1933 | 216 |
| 1934 | 184 |
| 1935 | 182 |
| 1936 | 172 |
| 1937 | 194 |
| 1938 | 218 |
| 1939 | 182 |
| 1940 | 176 |
| 1941 | 220 |
| 1942 | 214 |
| 1943 | 255 |
| 1944 | 293 |
| 1945 | 466 |
| 1946 | 567 |
| 1947 | 569 |
| 1948 | 494 |
| 1949 | 510 |
| 1950 | 482 |
| 1951 | 497 |
| 1952 | 535 |
| 1953 | 572 |
| 1954 | 572 |
| 1955 | 547 |
| 1956 | 471 |
| 1957 | 459 |
| 1958 | 449 |
| 1959 | 505 |
| 1960 | 479 |
| 1961 | 529 |
| 1962 | 480 |
| 1963 | 448 |
| 1964 | 393 |
| 1965 | 408 |
| 1966 | 349 |
| 1967 | 322 |
| 1968 | 278 |
| 1969 | 248 |
| 1970 | 241 |
| 1971 | 213 |
| 1972 | 185 |
| 1973 | 175 |
| 1974 | 163 |
| 1975 | 152 |
| 1976 | 146 |
| 1977 | 157 |
| 1978 | 148 |
| 1979 | 161 |
| 1980 | 152 |
| 1981 | 142 |
| 1982 | 131 |
| 1983 | 160 |
| 1984 | 124 |
| 1985 | 143 |
| 1986 | 150 |
| 1987 | 144 |
| 1988 | 130 |
| 1989 | 138 |
| 1990 | 138 |
| 1991 | 112 |
| 1992 | 123 |
| 1993 | 102 |
| 1994 | 104 |
| 1995 | 78 |
| 1996 | 96 |
| 1997 | 81 |
| 1998 | 102 |
| 1999 | 95 |
| 2000 | 84 |
| 2001 | 97 |
| 2002 | 110 |
| 2003 | 143 |
| 2004 | 153 |
| 2005 | 174 |
| 2006 | 214 |
| 2007 | 263 |
| 2008 | 274 |
| 2009 | 295 |
| 2010 | 300 |
| 2011 | 283 |
| 2012 | 249 |
| 2013 | 255 |
| 2014 | 300 |
| 2015 | 273 |
| 2016 | 236 |
| 2017 | 236 |
| 2018 | 267 |
| 2019 | 257 |
| 2020 | 260 |
| 2021 | 265 |
| 2022 | 241 |
| 2023 | 255 |
| 2024 | 257 |