Vivek
Vivek: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Vivek
- A male given name from the South Asian languages [in turn from Sanskrit].
Etymology
From Sanskrit विवेक (viveka).
How popular is Vivek?
Since 1880, 1,771 boys in the U.S. have been named Vivek. Its highest rank for boys was #1617 in 1993. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Vivek
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Vivek FAQ
What does the name Vivek mean?
A male given name from the South Asian languages [in turn from Sanskrit]. From Sanskrit विवेक (viveka).
What is the origin of the name Vivek?
Vivek is listed as a name of South Asian languages origin.
How popular is the name Vivek?
Since 1880, 1,771 boys in the U.S. have been named Vivek. Its highest rank for boys was #1617 in 1993. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Vivek a boy or girl name?
Vivek is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,771 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.