Vidal Boy

Popularity: #886 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationvee-DAL / /viˈdɑl/

Spanish; Latin

Meaning

Spanish: life; Latin: vigorous

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Vidal is of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin word 'vitalis,' which means 'vital' or 'life-giving.' It has been used in various Spanish-speaking countries and is often associated with vitality and liveliness. The name has historical significance in the context of Christian saints, particularly Saint Vidal, a martyr from the early Christian era.

Trend Summary

The name Vidal has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Vidalito

International Variants

  • Vidal (Spanish)
  • Vidal (Portuguese)

Famous people named Vidal

Vidal Sassoon was a British hairstylist and businessman known for revolutionizing women's hairdressing.

Vidal Nuno is a professional baseball pitcher who has played in Major League Baseball.

Vidal Chastanet is a politician in Saint Lucia, known for his contributions to local governance.

Vidal C. de la Torre is a noted Mexican artist recognized for his work in contemporary art.

Fictional characters named Vidal

Vidal is a character in the film 'Pan's Labyrinth,' serving as a ruthless captain during the Spanish Civil War.

Vidal is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy IX,' known for his role as a villain.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Vidal was first seen in the United States in 1909. Vidal has ranked as high as #930 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Vidal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Vidal (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 13
59%
TX 9
41%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19099
19106
19125
19178
19187
191914
19208
192114
192212
19235
192415
192512
192617
192716
192816
192921
193015
193111
193215
193312
193427
193519
193615
193716
193820
193919
194013
194121
194213
194317
194421
194520
194614
194719
194818
19498
195023
195127
195236
195332
195433
195524
195620
195726
195831
195937
196032
196131
196231
196321
196426
196527
196625
196723
196828
196932
197030
197132
1972161
197390
197452
197538
197651
197742
197848
197959
198062
198161
198254
198357
198454
198558
198647
198746
198872
198959
199067
199183
199280
199395
199478
199587
199669
199773
199865
199954
200063
200163
200268
200360
200457
200556
200656
200755
200853
200958
201054
201147
201236
201346
201428
201540
201650
201746
201837
201937
202026
202136
202249
202332
202438