Vivian
Vivian is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Alive, lively, or full of life.
Origin and history
Vivian is derived from the Latin name Vivianus, which originates from the word 'vivus', meaning alive or lively. Historically used for both boys and girls, it evolved into a enduringly popular feminine name in the United States. It has experienced a strong revival in recent decades, consistently ranking among the top 100 choices for girls.
Popularity in the United States
228,172 babies in the United States have been named Vivian since 1880. It ranks #176 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #84.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.1 %)
- NY (7.9 %)
- TX (7 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
- PA (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 465 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,999 |
| 1900-1910 | 4,818 |
| 1910-1920 | 23,634 |
| 1920-1930 | 36,572 |
| 1930-1940 | 22,932 |
| 1940-1950 | 22,913 |
| 1950-1960 | 23,554 |
| 1960-1970 | 14,010 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,001 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,149 |
| 1990-2000 | 8,864 |
| 2000-2010 | 14,690 |
| 2010-2019 | 27,231 |
| 2020-2029 | 17,340 |
Famous people named Vivian
- Vivian Vance: Actress, Comedian
Nicknames
Vivi, Viv
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Latin adjective 'vivus', which also gave rise to words like 'vivid' and 'vivacious'.
- In Arthurian mythology, Vivien (a spelling variant) is known as the Lady of the Lake.