vaughan

Vaughan is a name that may refer to several places and people. The most prominent use is Vaughan, Ontario, a city in the Regional Municipality of York in the Greater Toronto Area of Canada. Located north of Toronto, Vaughan encompasses diverse communities such as Woodbridge, Kleinburg, and Maple. The city is known for major attractions including Canada's Wonderland, a large amusement park, and Vaughan Mills, a major shopping centre. It also contains a growing business district around the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre and a network of parks and conservation areas.

Vaughan is also a surname of Welsh and English origin. It is borne by many individuals in public life, sports, and culture, and by families with historical roots in the British Isles and their descendants in other regions. The name has been used in the naming of places and institutions in Canada and elsewhere, reflecting historical settlement and influence.