Declining since 2006, #1,152 for boys today.
Popularity of Vaughn since 1881
Babies named Vaughn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 10 |
| 1890s | 61 |
| 1900s | 142 |
| 1910s | 851 |
| 1920s | 1,262 |
| 1930s | 1,263 |
| 1940s | 2,382 |
| 1950s | 2,432 |
| 1960s | 2,548 |
| 1970s | 1,606 |
| 1980s | 1,453 |
| 1990s | 1,702 |
| 2000s | 2,325 |
| 2010s | 2,266 |
| 2020s | 1,061 |
Meaning & origin
Vaughn is a Welsh name meaning 'small,' brought into English use as a surname before transitioning to a given name. In the United States, it first appeared in records in 1881 and saw its peak popularity in 1949. Since 2006, its usage has been declining, though it remains a recognizable choice. The name has been particularly favored in states like Kansas, Utah, and Michigan.
Vaughn is an anglicized form of the Welsh surname 'Fychan', meaning 'small' or 'junior'. It originated as a patronymic or descriptive name, often used to distinguish a younger bearer from an elder. As a given name, it gained popularity in the United States during the early 20th century.
Where Vaughn is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: V
Variants: Vaughan
Sibling names for Vaughn
Names that share Vaughn's style, for a brother or sister.
