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Vanity

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Pronounced VAN-ih-tee /ˈvæn.ɪ.ti/High

Meaning: From the word vanity — 'excessive pride in one's appearance' (from Latin vanitas, 'emptiness; worthlessness'); as a name, intended in a 'striking, alluring' sense, though the word names a vice, which we noteLow

In 30 seconds: Striking; alluring: Vanity is a word-name. Bold, modern, and striking (we note its mixed connotations).
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Origin LowLatin, English
MeaningFrom the word vanity — 'excessive pride in one's appearance' (from Latin vanitas, 'emptiness; worthlessness'); as a name, intended in a 'striking, alluring' sense, though the word names a vice, which we note
U.S. rank (2024)#6592 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births18 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1988
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,845

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198819822024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Vanity comes from the word vanity — 'excessive pride in one's appearance', from Latin vanitas, 'emptiness; worthlessness'. As a name it is intended in a 'striking, alluring' sense — though the word also names a vice, which we note honestly for families to weigh (the singer Vanity bore it as a stage name). A bold, modern word-name (nickname Van).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, striking-and-alluring at the (intended) root, and bold.

Did you know? Vanity means 'excessive pride in one's appearance' (from Latin vanitas) — as a name it is intended in a 'striking, alluring' sense, a bold word-name (the word also names a vice, which we note honestly; said 'VAN-ih-tee').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — vanity — connotations noted

Variations

VaniteeVanitee

Nicknames

Van

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Vanity mean?

Vanity is a word-name, intended in a 'striking, alluring' sense; the word also names a vice, which we note honestly.

How do you pronounce Vanity?

It's said VAN-ih-tee /ˈvæn.ɪ.ti/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Vanity a boy or girl name?

Vanity is a girl's name.

How popular is Vanity?

Vanity is a very rare name in the U.S.

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