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Vincent

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Pronounced VIN-sent /ˈvɪn.sənt/High

Meaning: From the Latin vincens, 'conquering; to conquer/prevail'; more often a boys' name; here for a girl; we note the crossoverLow

In 30 seconds: Conquering; to conquer: Vincent is Latin. Crisp, classic, and warm. More often a boys' name — here a girl.
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Origin LowLatin
MeaningFrom the Latin vincens, 'conquering; to conquer/prevail'; more often a boys' name; here for a girl; we note the crossover
U.S. rank (2025)#17117 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1966
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,420

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196619112025

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

Vincent comes from the Latin vincens, 'conquering; to conquer/prevail' (we note the meaning). More often a boys' name, it is recorded here for a girl — which we flag honestly (slug distinguished; said 'VIN-sent').

In the U.S. Vincent is chiefly a boys' name; this girls' use is unusual. Rare for a girl, conquering at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Vincent comes from the Latin vincens, 'conquering; to conquer' — more often a boys' name; it appears here for a girl, which we note (said 'VIN-sent').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Vincent — Latin; chiefly male

Variations

VincentaVincentiaVince

Nicknames

Vince

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Vincent mean?

Vincent is Latin for 'conquering; to conquer'. It is more often a boys' name; here it is recorded for a girl.

How do you pronounce Vincent?

It's said VIN-sent /ˈvɪn.sənt/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Vincent a boy or girl name?

Vincent is chiefly a boys' name; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Vincent?

Vincent is common for boys and very rare for girls.

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