Vane Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVAYN / veɪnEnglish; French
Meaning
English: 'a vane'; French: 'a flag'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Vane has English origins, often associated with the term for a weather vane, which indicates wind direction. It can also be linked to the French word for a flag or banner. Historically, names related to nature and objects were common in English-speaking cultures. The name may also have connections to heraldry, where vanes were used as decorative elements.
Trend Summary
The name Vane has not been widely popular in the United States, with limited usage in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vane was first seen in the United States in 1892. Vane has ranked as high as #858 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Vane has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |