Vitaliy Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationvee-TAH-lee / viˈtɑːliUkrainian; Russian; Latin
Meaning
life-giving (Ukrainian/Russian); vital (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Ukrainian and Russian cultures, Vitaliy is derived from the word 'vitalis,' meaning life, reflecting a strong connection to vitality and health. The name has been popular in Eastern Europe, particularly in Ukraine and Russia, where it is often associated with positive attributes. In Latin, it signifies essential or life-giving qualities, emphasizing the importance of life itself.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Vitaly
- Vitali
- Vitaliiy
International Variants
- Vitali (Italian)
- Vitaliy (Ukrainian)
- Vitali (Russian)
Famous people named Vitaliy
Vitaliy Klitschko — boxer and politician.
Vitaliy Gnutov — Ukrainian artist.
Fictional characters named Vitaliy
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vitaliy was first seen in the United States in 1994. Vitaliy has ranked as high as #1318 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Washington, California, New York, and Oregon. In the past 5 years the name Vitaliy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vitaliy (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 8 |