Vinson
Vinson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Vincent (conquering).
Origin and history
Vinson is an English surname turned given name, traditionally meaning 'son of Vincent'. It has been used continuously in the United States in small numbers, giving it a distinctive yet recognizable patronymic style.
Popularity in the United States
3,841 babies in the United States have been named Vinson since 1880. It ranks #2058 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1825.
States where it is most popular
- GA (32.2 %)
- CA (25.1 %)
- TX (13.5 %)
- FL (8.7 %)
- NC (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 11 |
| 1910-1920 | 174 |
| 1920-1930 | 213 |
| 1930-1940 | 177 |
| 1940-1950 | 274 |
| 1950-1960 | 361 |
| 1960-1970 | 553 |
| 1970-1980 | 536 |
| 1980-1990 | 396 |
| 1990-2000 | 410 |
| 2000-2010 | 324 |
| 2010-2019 | 305 |
| 2020-2029 | 102 |
Famous people named Vinson
- Vinson Guard: Politician, Educator
Nicknames
Vin, Vince, Vinnie
Fun facts
- Vinson originated as a Medieval English surname indicating descent from someone named Vincent.
- Though rare, Vinson has appeared in U.S. birth records in almost every decade since 1880.