Variant of the Welsh surname Vaughan, which comes from Welsh bychan (fychan), meaning 'little' or 'small'. It began as a nickname that set a son apart from his father.
Vibe
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How it ages.
A short surname-style name with a Welsh root; it feels old-fashioned and quietly strong, familiar without being common.
The cultural moment.
Rare today; last ranked #961 for boys in the United States, in 2017.