Vann is an appealing and unique given name of Norwegian origin, meaning 'waterfall' or 'rapids'. It is often associated with Norway's breathtaking landscapes and the country's rich cultural heritage. Vann is derived from the Old Norse word 'vaðr', which refers to water in its flowing form.
The name Vann experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the past century and a half. In its early years (1880-1920), it maintained a steady but low presence with fewer than 15 births per year, except for peaks in 1921 and 1944-46. Post-WWII, Vann saw a gradual increase, especially from the late '50s to mid-'70s, reaching its zenith with 38 births in 1957. However, popularity declined sharply thereafter, dropping below 10 births per year by the late '80s and reaching an all-time low of 6 births in both 1988 and 2017. Recent years show a slight resurgence, with totals ranging between 20-40 births annually since 2003. Overall, Vann has been chosen around 2014 times as a baby's first name since 1880.