Meaning, origin, history
Van is a name of Dutch origin and it means "of the boat". It is derived from the Dutch word "van", which means "of" or "from". The name Vane has been used in various forms throughout history, including Van der Goes, which was the surname of the famous Flemish painter Jan van der Goes. In English-speaking countries, Vane is sometimes used as a given name for boys, but it is more commonly used as a surname.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Vane since 1880
Total births
152
Total since 1880
Peak year
1919
11 births
in 1960
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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