A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Vincente since 1916
Babies named Vincente per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1990, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Vincente's real moment was 1979.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 22 |
| 1920s | 66 |
| 1930s | 44 |
| 1940s | 32 |
| 1950s | 129 |
| 1960s | 230 |
| 1970s | 372 |
| 1980s | 470 |
| 1990s | 597 |
| 2000s | 525 |
| 2010s | 265 |
| 2020s | 143 |
Meaning & origin
Vincente is a Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese variant of Vincent, drawn from the Latin Vincentius and the verb vincere, meaning 'to conquer.' The name carries the weight of early Christian martyrdom through Saint Vincent of Saragossa, whose feast day is January 22. In U.S. records, Vincente first appeared in 1916 and reached its peak popularity in 1979, when it ranked highest in usage. After a period of decline, the name has been rising again since 2018, reflecting a broader revival of vintage and culturally significant names. It is most popular in California, where 1 in 63,262 births in the latest year were given the name. With a current rank of 3,949, Vincente remains an uncommon but recognizable choice, favored for its strong meaning and Mediterranean flair.
Vincente is a variant of Vincent, derived from the Latin name Vincentius, which comes from vincere, meaning 'to conquer.' The name has been used in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese-speaking cultures, often in honor of Saint Vincent of Saragossa, a 4th-century martyr. It has seen periodic use in the United States, particularly among Hispanic communities.
Where Vincente is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vince, Vinny, Cent
Sibling names for Vincente
Names that share Vincente's style, for a brother or sister.
