Vinnie
Vinnie is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Conquering or prevailing (from Vincent); purified or vine (from Latin roots).
Origin and history
Vinnie is traditionally a diminutive of names like Vincent, Vinicia, or Lavinia, rooted in Latin. Though historically used more often for boys as a short form of Vincent, it has also appeared as a feminine given name in the United States. In modern times, it remains a rare choice for newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
3,119 babies in the United States have been named Vinnie since 1880. It ranks #3183 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2074.
States where it is most popular
- GA (34.1 %)
- AL (20 %)
- NY (11.5 %)
- NC (9.1 %)
- MS (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 270 |
| 1890-1900 | 358 |
| 1900-1910 | 297 |
| 1910-1920 | 460 |
| 1920-1930 | 477 |
| 1930-1940 | 362 |
| 1940-1950 | 333 |
| 1950-1960 | 285 |
| 1960-1970 | 147 |
| 1970-1980 | 63 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 17 |
| 2000-2010 | 7 |
| 2010-2019 | 16 |
| 2020-2029 | 27 |
Famous people named Vinnie
- Vinnie Ream: Sculptor, Artist
Fun facts
- American sculptor Vinnie Ream was famously commissioned to create the statue of Abraham Lincoln in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda.
- While historically a nickname for Vincent, Lavinia, or Vincentia, Vinnie has been registered as an independent given name for centuries.