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Vivan

♂ Boy

How to Pronounce Vivan

Pronounced vih-VAHN /vɪˈvɑn/Medium

Meaning: Spelling of Vivaan — from Sanskrit, 'full of life, lively; the morning rays of the sun' (a name of Krishna)Medium

In 30 seconds: Full of life: Vivan spells Vivaan — 'full of life; the morning sun' (a name of Krishna). Bright, lively, and warm.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningSpelling of Vivaan — from Sanskrit, 'full of life, lively; the morning rays of the sun' (a name of Krishna)
U.S. rank (2025)#6427 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2016
Total births (all-time)≈ 434
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Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201619142025

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

Vivan is a spelling of Vivaan — from Sanskrit, 'full of life, lively' (and 'the morning rays of the sun') — a name of Lord Krishna. A bright, lively, immensely popular modern name across India.

In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, full-of-life at the root, and bright.

Did you know? Vivaan means 'full of life, lively' (and 'the first rays of the morning sun') in Sanskrit — a name of Lord Krishna; Vivan is a spelling, bright and lively (hugely popular in India).
Overall data confidence 78%
Sanskrit references — Vivaan — etymology

Variations

VivaanVivaaVivin

Nicknames

Vivi

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If you like Vivan…

Vivaan— the standard spelling
Viaan— a companion 'life' Indian name
Vihaan— a fellow 'dawn' Indian name
Aarav— another modern Indian boys' name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Vivan mean?

Vivan spells Vivaan — Sanskrit 'full of life, lively' (a name of Krishna).

How do you pronounce Vivan?

It's said vih-VAHN /vɪˈvɑn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Vivan a boy or girl name?

Vivan is a boy's name.

How popular is Vivan?

Vivan is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Vivaan is more common in India.

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