About Avans
The surname Avans is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "avance," meaning "advance" or "progress." It is likely an occupational surname given to someone who was involved in advancing or progressing a particular cause or project. The name may have also been given to someone who was seen as ambitious or forward-thinking. Overall, the surname Avans suggests a connection to the concept of advancement or progress.
The surname Avans is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Avans based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Avans is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Avans in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Avans using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.