Vincenzo
Vincenzo is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Conquering or victorious.
Origin and history
Vincenzo is a classic Italian male name derived from the Latin name Vincentius, meaning 'conquering' or 'to conquer'. It has long been a staple in Italy and among Italian-American communities. In recent years, its popularity in the United States has seen a steady rise as classic heritage names regain favor.
Popularity in the United States
10,659 babies in the United States have been named Vincenzo since 1880. It ranks #1158 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #689.
States where it is most popular
- NY (29 %)
- NJ (11.8 %)
- PA (10.1 %)
- CA (9.8 %)
- IL (8.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 55 |
| 1910-1920 | 333 |
| 1920-1930 | 236 |
| 1930-1940 | 67 |
| 1940-1950 | 17 |
| 1950-1960 | 71 |
| 1960-1970 | 354 |
| 1970-1980 | 712 |
| 1980-1990 | 740 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,169 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,848 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,859 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,198 |
Famous people named Vincenzo
- Vincenzo Bellini: Composer
- Vincenzo Nibali: Cyclist, Athlete
Nicknames
Vince, Vinny, Vinnie, Enzo
Fun facts
- Vincenzo has historically been one of the most popular given names for men in southern Italy.
- It shares its Latin origin with the English name Vincent, coming from the verb 'vincere' meaning to conquer.