Vincent Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVIN-sent / /ˈvɪn.sənt/Latin; French
Meaning
Latin: conquering; French: victorious
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Vincent is derived from the Latin name Vincentius, which means 'to conquer.' It has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to Saint Vincent of Saragossa, a martyr and patron saint of wine growers. The name has been widely used in Europe, especially in France and Italy, and has seen various adaptations in different languages.
Trend Summary
Vincent has maintained a consistent level of popularity in the United States, often ranking within the top 100 names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vince
- Vinny
International Variants
- Vincenzo (Italian)
- Vincentius (Latin)
- Vincente (Spanish)
- Viktor (Russian)
Famous people named Vincent
Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch post-impressionist painter known for his vivid works and emotional depth.
Vincent Price was an American actor famous for his distinctive voice and performances in horror films.
Vincent Cassel is a French actor recognized for his roles in films such as 'Black Swan' and 'Irreversible.'.
Vincent D'Onofrio is an American actor and filmmaker known for his roles in 'Law & Order: Criminal Intent' and 'Full Metal Jacket.'.
Fictional characters named Vincent
Vincent Vega is a character in Quentin Tarantino's film 'Pulp Fiction,' known for his role as a hitman.
Vincent the Cat is a character in the animated series 'The Cat Returns,' who helps the protagonist navigate a magical world.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vincent was first seen in the United States in 1880. Vincent has ranked as high as #137 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Vincent has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vincent (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 435 | |
TX | 247 | |
NY | 178 | |
OH | 169 | |
FL | 157 | |
PA | 148 | |
IL | 131 | |
MI | 125 | |
IN | 102 | |
WI | 89 | |
MN | 83 | |
MO | 72 | |
NC | 70 | |
AZ | 63 | |
VA | 61 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 41 |
1881 | 30 |
1882 | 38 |
1883 | 43 |
1884 | 51 |
1885 | 48 |
1886 | 50 |
1887 | 52 |
1888 | 67 |
1889 | 65 |
1890 | 61 |
1891 | 74 |
1892 | 93 |
1893 | 82 |
1894 | 94 |
1895 | 134 |
1896 | 112 |
1897 | 112 |
1898 | 140 |
1899 | 125 |
1900 | 177 |
1901 | 131 |
1902 | 148 |
1903 | 170 |
1904 | 206 |
1905 | 176 |
1906 | 193 |
1907 | 239 |
1908 | 250 |
1909 | 264 |
1910 | 343 |
1911 | 496 |
1912 | 1,178 |
1913 | 1,527 |
1914 | 1,962 |
1915 | 2,491 |
1916 | 2,500 |
1917 | 2,636 |
1918 | 2,621 |
1919 | 2,531 |
1920 | 2,661 |
1921 | 2,779 |
1922 | 2,710 |
1923 | 2,719 |
1924 | 2,638 |
1925 | 2,772 |
1926 | 2,543 |
1927 | 2,647 |
1928 | 2,440 |
1929 | 2,328 |
1930 | 2,318 |
1931 | 2,162 |
1932 | 2,066 |
1933 | 1,983 |
1934 | 1,865 |
1935 | 1,796 |
1936 | 1,737 |
1937 | 1,836 |
1938 | 1,835 |
1939 | 1,809 |
1940 | 1,975 |
1941 | 2,049 |
1942 | 2,381 |
1943 | 2,420 |
1944 | 2,029 |
1945 | 2,116 |
1946 | 2,425 |
1947 | 2,803 |
1948 | 2,788 |
1949 | 2,911 |
1950 | 2,920 |
1951 | 2,927 |
1952 | 3,168 |
1953 | 3,173 |
1954 | 3,359 |
1955 | 3,482 |
1956 | 3,756 |
1957 | 4,083 |
1958 | 4,271 |
1959 | 4,213 |
1960 | 4,369 |
1961 | 4,319 |
1962 | 6,161 |
1963 | 6,148 |
1964 | 5,677 |
1965 | 5,428 |
1966 | 4,942 |
1967 | 4,394 |
1968 | 3,981 |
1969 | 4,057 |
1970 | 4,021 |
1971 | 3,434 |
1972 | 2,746 |
1973 | 2,685 |
1974 | 2,436 |
1975 | 2,384 |
1976 | 2,451 |
1977 | 2,460 |
1978 | 2,505 |
1979 | 2,519 |
1980 | 2,697 |
1981 | 2,774 |
1982 | 2,865 |
1983 | 2,893 |
1984 | 2,977 |
1985 | 3,040 |
1986 | 3,092 |
1987 | 3,174 |
1988 | 4,056 |
1989 | 4,496 |
1990 | 4,803 |
1991 | 4,492 |
1992 | 4,105 |
1993 | 3,687 |
1994 | 3,603 |
1995 | 3,319 |
1996 | 3,344 |
1997 | 3,194 |
1998 | 3,097 |
1999 | 3,068 |
2000 | 3,234 |
2001 | 3,202 |
2002 | 3,185 |
2003 | 3,418 |
2004 | 3,421 |
2005 | 3,746 |
2006 | 4,029 |
2007 | 3,957 |
2008 | 3,583 |
2009 | 3,494 |
2010 | 3,530 |
2011 | 3,800 |
2012 | 3,733 |
2013 | 3,859 |
2014 | 3,764 |
2015 | 3,725 |
2016 | 3,837 |
2017 | 3,665 |
2018 | 3,572 |
2019 | 3,345 |
2020 | 3,042 |
2021 | 3,197 |
2022 | 2,976 |
2023 | 2,992 |
2024 | 3,158 |