Holding steady.
Popularity of Vincen since 1916
Babies named Vincen per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2014, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Vincen's real moment was 1916.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 20 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 28 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Vincen is a rare variant of Vincent, first recorded in the United States in 1916. It peaked in usage that same year, reflecting its modest but consistent presence through the early 20th century. The name has remained stable in obscurity, with no significant resurgence. Its top states are not listed, indicating usage spread across the country without regional concentration. This concise form offers a unique alternative to the more common Vincent, yet carries the same powerful meaning of 'conquering'.
Vincen is a short form or variant of Vincent, from the Latin name Vincentius, derived from vincere 'to conquer'. It has been used in English-speaking countries since at least the early 20th century, though it has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vin, Vince
Sibling names for Vincen
Names that share Vincen's style, for a brother or sister.
