TheNameDBVan
MasculineMeaning
From (a place).
Etymology
From Dutch 'van', a preposition meaning 'from', originally used in Dutch surnames to indicate origin from a place. The name became used as a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
About the Name Van
Van is a short, distinctive name that originated from Dutch prepositions and place names. It has been adopted as a given name in English-speaking countries and carries a modern, minimalist quality.