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Viviann
Pronounced VIV-ee-an /ˈvɪv.i.æn/High
Meaning: -ann spelling of Vivian/Vivienne — from Latin vivus, 'alive', and Vivianus, 'lively, full of life'Medium
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History & Origin
Viviann is an -ann spelling of Vivian/Vivienne — from Latin vivus, 'alive', via Vivianus, 'lively, full of life' (St Vivian; the Lady of the Lake, Vivien). A vintage, vibrant name; the -ann styling personalizes it (nickname Viv or Vivi).
It registers thinly beside Vivian. Rare, alive-and-lively at the root, and vibrant.
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What does the name Viviann mean?
Viviann spells Vivian/Vivienne — Latin 'alive, lively, full of life'.
How do you pronounce Viviann?
It's said VIV-ee-an /ˈvɪv.i.æn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Viviann a boy or girl name?
Viviann is a girl's name.
How popular is Viviann?
Viviann is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Vivian is more common.