Rising since 1985, #2,230 for boys today.
Popularity of Vinny since 1948
Babies named Vinny per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 14 |
| 1950s | 69 |
| 1960s | 132 |
| 1970s | 31 |
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 155 |
| 2000s | 212 |
| 2010s | 420 |
| 2020s | 284 |
Meaning & origin
Vinny is a friendly, nickname-style name that has been in steady but modest use since the mid-20th century. First recorded in 1948, it reached its peak rank of 2230 in 2025, with about 1 in 27,112 boys receiving the name that year. While most popular in recent decades, it has been rising since 1985, showing a slow but persistent comeback. In 2025, it was especially favored in states like Minnesota, Arizona, and California. Its enduring appeal lies in its casual, approachable sound and its connection to the classic name Vincent.
Vinny is a diminutive of Vincent, which derives from the Latin name Vincentius, meaning 'conquering' or 'victorious'. The name has been used as a nickname for centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries where it gained independent use, especially among Italian-American families.
Where Vinny is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Vinny” around the world
Where Vinny lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Ireland
4
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vinnie
Variants: Vinnie
Sibling names for Vinny
Names that share Vinny's style, for a brother or sister.
