Swan

Swan Meaning & Origin

About Swan
The name "Swan" is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "swan," which refers to the graceful and majestic waterbird known for its long neck and white plumage. Symbolizing beauty, elegance, and purity, the name Swan carries connotations of gracefulness, tranquility, and a sense of serenity. It is often associated with individuals who possess a calm and composed demeanor, as well as those who appreciate the beauty and harmony in life.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Swan is considered a unisex name, and is used by both males 40.00% and females 60.00%, based on recent birth statistics.

Swan Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has remained the same by 0% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
SN
🗽 NYSIIS
SA
🔊 Soundex
S050
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
S W AA1 N
🌐 IPA
/swɔn/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('SN', 'XN')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
S500

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Swan in Braille

Here's how to represent Swan in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Swan in braille

How to Spell the Name Swan in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Swan using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Swan in sign language

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