Vivian
Vivian: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvɪvi.ən/
Meaning and origin of Vivian
Root meaning: “alive”
- A male given name from Latin.
- A female given name from Latin.
Etymology
Early saints' name from Latin Vīviānus, and of its feminine form Vīviāna, probably from vīvus (“alive”).
How popular is Vivian?
Since 1880, 228,172 girls and 2,583 boys in the U.S. have been named Vivian (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #64 in 1920. Its highest rank for boys was #472 in 1898. In 2025 it ranked #72 for girls, with 3,367 babies given the name.
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Vivian FAQ
What does the name Vivian mean?
Vivian traces back to a root meaning "alive". A male given name from Latin. A female given name from Latin. Early saints' name from Latin Vīviānus, and of its feminine form Vīviāna, probably from vīvus (“alive”).
What is the origin of the name Vivian?
Vivian is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Vivian?
Since 1880, 228,172 girls and 2,583 boys in the U.S. have been named Vivian (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #64 in 1920. Its highest rank for boys was #472 in 1898. In 2025 it ranked #72 for girls, with 3,367 babies given the name.
Is Vivian a boy or girl name?
Vivian is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 228,172 girls and 2,583 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.