Vandal Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationVAN-dahl / ˈvæn.dəl

Latin; English

Meaning

Latin: 'one who vandalizes'; English: 'destroyer'

Historical & Cultural Background

The term 'Vandal' originates from the Latin name for a Germanic tribe known for their destruction of Roman property during the 5th century. The Vandals were known for their raids and conquests, which contributed to the decline of the Western Roman Empire. Over time, the term has evolved to describe someone who deliberately destroys or damages property. The name has been adopted in modern contexts, often with negative connotations.

Trend Summary

The name Vandal has not been widely used in the United States and remains quite rare.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Vandal was first seen in the United States in 2022. Vandal has ranked as high as #1388 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Vandal has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20225