Vinny Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVIN-ee / /ˈvɪni/Italian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: 'winner'; Latin: 'conquering'
Historical & Cultural Background
Vinny is often considered a diminutive of the name Vincent, which has roots in Latin. The name Vincent has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Italy and among Italian-Americans. Vinny has gained popularity as a standalone name, especially in the United States, where it is associated with a friendly and approachable persona.
Trend Summary
Vinny has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vinnie
- Vin
International Variants
- Vincenzo (Italian)
- Vincente (Spanish)
- Vincent (French)
Famous people named Vinny
Vinny Testaverde is a former professional American football quarterback known for his time in the NFL.
Vinny Guadagnino is a television personality and actor, best known for his role on the reality show 'Jersey Shore.'.
Vinny Pazienza is a retired professional boxer who was a world champion in multiple weight classes.
Vinny Appice is a drummer known for his work with bands such as Dio and Black Sabbath.
Fictional characters named Vinny
Vinny is a character in the animated series 'Family Guy,' known for his role as the family dog.
Vinny is a character in the film 'The Incredibles,' serving as a minor character in the superhero community.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vinny was first seen in the United States in 1948. Vinny has ranked as high as #1292 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Minnesota, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Vinny has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vinny (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 22 |
| 1961 | 21 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 36 |
| 2011 | 54 |
| 2012 | 52 |
| 2013 | 42 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 49 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 35 |
| 2021 | 45 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 53 |
| 2024 | 46 |