Von
von
US Popularity:4254
Origin:German
Other Origin(s):Welsh
Meaning:From, of; Small
Give baby a name to always remind them where they come from! Von is a masculine moniker of German origin. It is a commonly used prefix or term, which you might recognize from various surnames like Von Stein or Von Trapp, and was often used to indicate noble familial ties. It means “from” or “of” and is a short and sweet reminder to your little one about their ancestral roots. Additionally, Von might be a respelling of the Welsh Vaughn, meaning “small,” or it could be of Old Norse origin, where it has a meaningful definition of “hope.” For such a seemingly simple moniker, there is obviously a lot to love about Von—just like there will be a lot to love about baby!
How Popular Is The Name Von?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Von is currently #2545 on The Bump
Boy:Von is currently #1434 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Von is currently #4254 in U.S. births
Boy:Von is currently #2003 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#2003
in 2024
- 116
from 2023
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 554, 556
Collins Dictionary, Definition of 'von'
Dictionary.com, von
Ancestry, Von Family History
Behind the Name, Von, November 2018
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