Vincent

Meaning & origin

Vincent has been a steady presence on the U.S. popularity charts since the government began recording names in 1880. In its latest year, 2025, the name ranks 107th, given to about 1 in every 523 boys. It reached its peak popularity in 1963 but has maintained a relatively stable trajectory in the decades since, never falling out of the top 200. Geographically, Vincent is most concentrated in Rhode Island, Wyoming, and Connecticut. The name's enduring appeal likely stems from its strong Latin meaning and the influence of early saints, which have cemented it as a classic choice across generations.

Vincent derives from the Latin name Vincentius, which itself comes from the verb vincere, meaning 'to conquer' or 'to prevail.' The name was borne by numerous early Christian saints, most notably Saint Vincent of Saragossa, a 4th-century martyr venerated across Europe, which secured its widespread use. It has been continuously used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages, often in honor of these saints, and has maintained steady popularity through modern times.