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Vincent

♂ Boy

Pronounced VIN-sunt /ˈvɪn.sənt/High

Meaning: Conquering; prevailing — from Latin Vincentius, from vincere (to conquer)High

In 30 seconds: A strong Latin name meaning 'conquering,' Vincent has been borne by saints and great artists alike — most notably Vincent van Gogh — giving it both spiritual depth and artistic soul.
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Origin HighLatin
MeaningConquering; prevailing — from Latin Vincentius, from vincere (to conquer)
Peak year1962
Total births (all-time)≈ 337,626

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196218802017

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Vincent derives from the Latin Vincentius, from vincere (to conquer). Saint Vincent of Saragossa, 3rd-century martyr, was one of the most venerated saints in medieval Europe, spreading the name widely.

Vincent has been a consistent top-100 boys' name in the United States, carried by both its Catholic saint heritage and the artistic fame of Vincent van Gogh. It has a timeless, cosmopolitan character.

Did you know? Vincent van Gogh completed more than 900 paintings in just ten years, including Starry Night and Sunflowers, making his name synonymous with passionate artistic genius.

Variations

VincenzoVicenteVincenteVince

Nicknames

VinceVinnieVin

Famous Bearers

  • ★Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890)
    Dutch Post-Impressionist painter, author of Starry Night, The Sunflowers, and over 900 paintings.

If you like Vincent…

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Julian— Latin classic with the same smooth, sophisticated cosmopolitan feel

Frequently Asked

What does the name Vincent mean?

Vincent comes from the Latin Vincentius, from vincere, meaning 'to conquer' or 'to prevail.'

How do you pronounce Vincent?

It is said VIN-sunt /ˈvɪn.sənt/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Vincent a boy or girl name?

Vincent is used almost exclusively as a boy's name; Vincenza is a rare feminine form.

How popular is Vincent?

Vincent has been a consistent U.S. top-100 boys' name for many decades.