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Vaughan is a masculine first name that has its origin in a Welsh surname. The name can be translated into German as 'the Little One'.
What does the name Vaughan mean?
The name Vaughan comes from the Welsh surname of the same name and means 'the Little One' in a figurative sense. Its roots lie in the Old Welsh word bychan or fychan, which means 'small'. The English form of the name is Vaughn.
Where does the name Vaughan come from?
The name Vaughan has Old Welsh origins and means 'the Little One'.
How do you pronounce Vaughan?
The sound quality and pronunciation of Vaughan: The name Vaughan is monosyllabic and characterized by a vocalic nature. The pronunciation 'Vaughan' [vɔːn] with the elongated vowel gives the name a full, calm sound base and provides a certain depth. The ending of the name remains soft and closed, leading to a gentle resonance. This makes Vaughan appear calm and elegant - simple, sonorous, and with a cultivated, understated presence.
Popularity
In Germany, Vaughan is a rather rare first name. In 2013, it ranked 3,619th among the most popular male first names. Between 2010 and 2024, Vaughan was given in Germany fewer than 10 times, placing it at 9,082nd. In the last ten years, no child has received this name. The global popularity and frequency of Vaughan can be traced through its rankings in the name charts of individual countries.
Famous people
- Frederick Dudley Vaughan Narborough (Bishop from Great Britain)
- George Vaughan Maddox (American architect)
- Harry Vaughan Watkins (English rugby player)
- John Vaughan Thompson (Doctor from Great Britain)
- Joshua Vaughan Himes (Publisher from America)
- Lilian Vaughan Morgan (Geneticist from America)
- Lynx Vaughan Gaede (American singer)
- Vaughan Alden Bass (American artist)
- Vaughan Coveny (Former New Zealand football player)
- Vaughan Johnson (American football player)
- Vaughan Jones (British footballer)
- Vaughan King (English singer)
- Vaughan Penn (Singer from the USA)
- Vaughan Ryan (British footballer)
- Vaughan Somers (Australian golfer)
- Vaughan Wilkins (English writer)
- Vaughan Wilson (Actor from the USA)
- Wilberforce Vaughan Eaves (Doctor from Great Britain)
Frequently asked questions about the name Vaughan
What is the meaning of the name Vaughan?
The name Vaughan comes from the Welsh surname and means 'the Little One' in a figurative sense, based on the Old Welsh words bychan and fychan.
Where does the name Vaughan come from?
Vaughan has Old Welsh roots and is used in both Welsh and English.
How popular is the name Vaughan?
Vaughan is a less common name, but it is appreciated in certain regions and cultures, especially in Wales and among English-speaking communities.