Vicent
Vicent is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Conquering or victorious.
Origin and history
Vicent is a Catalan variant of the Latin name Vincentius, which stems from the word for conquering. It is a uncommon alternative to Vincent in the United States, given to a modest number of male infants each year. The name carries a classic European feel while remaining distinct.
Popularity in the United States
660 babies in the United States have been named Vicent since 1880. It ranks #4016 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1904.
States where it is most popular
- CA (90.5 %)
- NY (5.4 %)
- TX (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 6 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 27 |
| 1960-1970 | 105 |
| 1970-1980 | 113 |
| 1980-1990 | 184 |
| 1990-2000 | 128 |
| 2000-2010 | 42 |
| 2010-2019 | 27 |
| 2020-2029 | 23 |
Famous people named Vicent
- Vicent Partal: Journalist, Writer
Nicknames
Vic, Vince
Fun facts
- Vicent is the traditional Catalan form of the name Vincent, heavily used throughout the Valencia region of Spain.
- Saint Vincent Ferrer (Sant Vicent Ferrer) is one of the most celebrated patron saints of Valencia.