Viviana
Viviana is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Alive, lively, or vibrant.
Origin and history
Viviana is a female name of Late Latin origin derived from Vivianus, meaning 'alive' or 'vibrant'. It has historically been used in Italian, Spanish, and English-speaking cultures. In the United States, it has seen steady growth and ranks among the top 400 names for girls in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
27,268 babies in the United States have been named Viviana since 1880. It ranks #881 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #376.
States where it is most popular
- CA (34.1 %)
- TX (19.4 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
- NY (6 %)
- FL (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 8 |
| 1910-1920 | 11 |
| 1920-1930 | 59 |
| 1930-1940 | 40 |
| 1940-1950 | 34 |
| 1950-1960 | 93 |
| 1960-1970 | 217 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,010 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,053 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,789 |
| 2000-2010 | 6,967 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,037 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,950 |
Famous people named Viviana
- Viviana Durante: Ballet Dancer, Artistic Director
- Viviana Serna: Actress
Nicknames
Vivi, Vee, Vivi-Jane
Fun facts
- It derives from the Latin verb 'vivere', which means 'to live'.
- The name is closely tied to Saint Bibiana, whose feast day is celebrated in December.
- Viviana has gained steady popularity in the U.S., entering the top 400 female names in the 2020s.