Vinicius Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationvee-NEE-see-us / /viˈnɪʃəs/Latin; Portuguese
Meaning
conquering; victorious
Historical & Cultural Background
Vinicius is derived from the Latin name 'Vinicius', which is associated with the meaning of conquering or victorious. In Portuguese culture, it has gained popularity as a given name, often linked to notable figures in literature and sports.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Vinny
- Vini
International Variants
- Vinício (Portuguese)
- Vinicius (Spanish)
Famous people named Vinicius
Vinicius de Moraes — Brazilian poet and musician.
Vinicius Junior — Brazilian professional footballer.
Fictional characters named Vinicius
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vinicius was first seen in the United States in 1992. Vinicius has ranked as high as #1299 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Vinicius has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vinicius (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 15 |