Vaughn Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationVawn / /vɔːn/Welsh; English
Meaning
Welsh: small; English: from the place name
Historical & Cultural Background
Vaughn is derived from the Welsh surname 'Ffion', which means 'small' or 'little'. It has been used as a given name since the 19th century. The name is associated with Welsh heritage and culture, reflecting a connection to the land and its history. In English-speaking countries, it has gained popularity as a first name.
Trend Summary
Vaughn has seen a steady level of popularity in the United States, remaining a distinctive choice for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vaughn
- Vawn
International Variants
- Vaughan (English)
- Vaughn (English)
Famous people named Vaughn
Vaughn Monroe was an American singer and bandleader known for his smooth baritone voice and popular songs in the 1940s.
Vaughn R. Walker is a retired United States District Judge who served on the federal bench in California.
Vaughn Johnson is a former American football player who played in the National Football League.
Vaughn Gittin Jr. is an American professional drifter and motorsport driver known for his achievements in competitive drifting.
Fictional characters named Vaughn
Vaughn is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', known for his role in the story's unfolding events.
Vaughn is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', often portrayed as a humorous and quirky figure.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vaughn was first seen in the United States in 1881. Vaughn has ranked as high as #659 nationally, which occurred in 1949, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Vaughn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vaughn (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 17 | |
TX | 16 | |
PA | 9 | |
IL | 9 | |
MI | 9 | |
MN | 8 | |
NY | 8 | |
FL | 7 | |
GA | 6 | |
UT | 6 | |
MO | 5 | |
MA | 5 | |
VA | 5 | |
WI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1881 | 5 |
1888 | 5 |
1891 | 6 |
1892 | 6 |
1893 | 8 |
1894 | 12 |
1895 | 7 |
1897 | 9 |
1898 | 6 |
1899 | 7 |
1900 | 12 |
1901 | 8 |
1902 | 13 |
1903 | 14 |
1904 | 17 |
1905 | 16 |
1906 | 20 |
1907 | 14 |
1908 | 12 |
1909 | 16 |
1910 | 17 |
1911 | 28 |
1912 | 54 |
1913 | 67 |
1914 | 85 |
1915 | 119 |
1916 | 122 |
1917 | 119 |
1918 | 141 |
1919 | 99 |
1920 | 122 |
1921 | 133 |
1922 | 123 |
1923 | 130 |
1924 | 116 |
1925 | 140 |
1926 | 115 |
1927 | 121 |
1928 | 139 |
1929 | 123 |
1930 | 149 |
1931 | 132 |
1932 | 128 |
1933 | 103 |
1934 | 131 |
1935 | 141 |
1936 | 118 |
1937 | 107 |
1938 | 134 |
1939 | 120 |
1940 | 140 |
1941 | 131 |
1942 | 166 |
1943 | 203 |
1944 | 179 |
1945 | 184 |
1946 | 295 |
1947 | 354 |
1948 | 356 |
1949 | 374 |
1950 | 349 |
1951 | 297 |
1952 | 252 |
1953 | 239 |
1954 | 237 |
1955 | 217 |
1956 | 218 |
1957 | 198 |
1958 | 213 |
1959 | 212 |
1960 | 246 |
1961 | 214 |
1962 | 254 |
1963 | 267 |
1964 | 280 |
1965 | 289 |
1966 | 267 |
1967 | 249 |
1968 | 246 |
1969 | 236 |
1970 | 229 |
1971 | 209 |
1972 | 192 |
1973 | 156 |
1974 | 141 |
1975 | 148 |
1976 | 127 |
1977 | 136 |
1978 | 137 |
1979 | 131 |
1980 | 166 |
1981 | 140 |
1982 | 126 |
1983 | 124 |
1984 | 136 |
1985 | 130 |
1986 | 142 |
1987 | 181 |
1988 | 140 |
1989 | 168 |
1990 | 184 |
1991 | 181 |
1992 | 188 |
1993 | 174 |
1994 | 214 |
1995 | 143 |
1996 | 140 |
1997 | 149 |
1998 | 167 |
1999 | 162 |
2000 | 169 |
2001 | 161 |
2002 | 172 |
2003 | 219 |
2004 | 230 |
2005 | 254 |
2006 | 290 |
2007 | 306 |
2008 | 254 |
2009 | 270 |
2010 | 215 |
2011 | 226 |
2012 | 245 |
2013 | 247 |
2014 | 226 |
2015 | 251 |
2016 | 261 |
2017 | 216 |
2018 | 188 |
2019 | 191 |
2020 | 180 |
2021 | 183 |
2022 | 176 |
2023 | 164 |
2024 | 174 |