Van
/van/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Van is a English name meaning "God is gracious". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Angola, Argentina, Austria. Van is most commonly derived from the Dutch preposition 'van', meaning 'from' or 'of'. It is used as a prefix or part of a surname indicating ancestral origin from a specific location.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic van
IPA væn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as van. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Van
- · Van Morrison - Singer-Songwriter
- · Van Heflin - Actor
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