From the hill or of the dunes
Vanden is a Dutch-derived surname used as a given name. It typically stems from 'van den', meaning 'from the', often referring to a geographical feature like a hill or dune. In a modern context, it serves as a fresh alternative to more common 'Van' names.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Vanden in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the video game series · Suikoden IV
