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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Small, little
- Origin
- Welsh (surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- VAWN
Vaughn is a Welsh surname-turned-first-name that means "small" or "little." It's pronounced VAWN (IPA /ˈvɔːn/), a short, single-syllable name if you're looking for something easy to say and spell. It has a worldly appeal for parents drawn to names with surname roots outside the usual first-name pool.
Meaning & Origin of Vaughn
Meaning: Small, little.
Origin: Welsh (surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Vaughn
VAWNIPA /ˈvɔːn/
Popularity of Vaughn
Vaughn peaked at #348 in 1949, when 374 boys were given the name, and has since fallen to #1187 in 2024 with 174 babies — based on Social Security data spanning 1881 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Vaughn mean?
Small, little. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Vaughn?
Vaughn is pronounced VAWN (IPA: /ˈvɔːn/).
Is Vaughn a popular name right now?
Vaughn peaked at #348 in 1949 and is ranked #1187 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1881–2024.)
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