Vivian Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVIV-ee-an / ˈvɪv.i.ənLatin; French
Meaning
Latin: alive; French: full of life
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Vivian has roots in Latin, derived from 'vivus', meaning 'alive'. It has been used as a masculine name in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions. Over time, it has also become popular as a feminine name, leading to its dual-gender usage. The name has historical significance, appearing in literature and among notable figures.
Trend Summary
Vivian has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in usage as a feminine name in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vivien
- Viviann
International Variants
- Vivien (French)
- Vivián (Spanish)
- Vivi (Italian)
Famous people named Vivian
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Fictional characters named Vivian
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vivian was first seen in the United States in 1880. Vivian has ranked as high as #796 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Texas, Virginia, Alabama, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Vivian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vivian (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1881 | 9 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1883 | 7 |
| 1884 | 12 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1887 | 13 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1891 | 10 |
| 1892 | 12 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1894 | 12 |
| 1895 | 16 |
| 1896 | 18 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 20 |
| 1899 | 10 |
| 1900 | 18 |
| 1901 | 12 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 14 |
| 1904 | 19 |
| 1905 | 15 |
| 1906 | 13 |
| 1907 | 20 |
| 1908 | 20 |
| 1909 | 15 |
| 1910 | 16 |
| 1911 | 24 |
| 1912 | 34 |
| 1913 | 43 |
| 1914 | 59 |
| 1915 | 46 |
| 1916 | 60 |
| 1917 | 61 |
| 1918 | 65 |
| 1919 | 73 |
| 1920 | 72 |
| 1921 | 65 |
| 1922 | 68 |
| 1923 | 67 |
| 1924 | 53 |
| 1925 | 49 |
| 1926 | 53 |
| 1927 | 67 |
| 1928 | 42 |
| 1929 | 54 |
| 1930 | 43 |
| 1931 | 42 |
| 1932 | 55 |
| 1933 | 47 |
| 1934 | 23 |
| 1935 | 31 |
| 1936 | 38 |
| 1937 | 20 |
| 1938 | 30 |
| 1939 | 32 |
| 1940 | 25 |
| 1941 | 30 |
| 1942 | 32 |
| 1943 | 26 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 27 |
| 1947 | 33 |
| 1948 | 25 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 18 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 22 |
| 1954 | 28 |
| 1955 | 21 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 20 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 27 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2022 | 7 |