Every year, National Van Day is celebrated on February 11. Van is the most popular a frequent suffix in Dutch names, however, the name is also frequently used as a stand-alone name, a contraction of Ivan, Evan, and others. Van’s name is one of the world’s most varied and surnames, making it deserving of a yearly commemoration.
History
Van is used in various forms in various languages, such as German and Afrikaans, and is frequently seen as surname prefixes in Dutch names.
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Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | February 11 | Sunday |
| 2025 | February 11 | Tuesday |
| 2026 | February 11 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | February 11 | Thursday |
| 2028 | February 11 | Friday |
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FAQs
What does van mean in German?
A noble patrilineality, or it is a straightforward statement.
When was Van first used as an independent surname?
in the early 20th century.