Vi
Vi: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /vaɪ/
Meaning and origin of Vi
- A diminutive of the female given names Violet and Viola.
Etymology
Clipping.
How popular is Vi?
Since 1880, 962 girls and 125 boys in the U.S. have been named Vi (89% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2957 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #3846 in 1981. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Vi
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Sibling name ideas for Vi
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Vi FAQ
What does the name Vi mean?
A diminutive of the female given names Violet and Viola. Clipping.
How popular is the name Vi?
Since 1880, 962 girls and 125 boys in the U.S. have been named Vi (89% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2957 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #3846 in 1981. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Vi a boy or girl name?
Vi is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (962 girls and 125 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.