Declining since 2018, #1,571 for boys today.
Popularity of Vivaan since 2006
Babies named Vivaan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 133 |
| 2010s | 1,914 |
| 2020s | 712 |
Meaning & origin
Vivaan first entered U.S. naming records in 2006, reflecting the growing influence of Indian diaspora and cultural exchange. The name enjoyed a steady rise, reaching its peak rank of 1571 in 2019, but has since been on a downward trajectory since 2018, as observed in the most recent data. In 2025, approximately 1 in 15816 male births received the name, indicating moderate but declining usage. States such as New Jersey, Virginia, and Texas showed the strongest preference for Vivaan, highlighting its concentration in areas with significant South Asian communities. The name's Sanskrit origin, meaning 'full of life,' contributes to its appeal among parents seeking meaningful, modern names with cultural roots. Despite its recent decline, Vivaan remains a recognizable and well-liked choice within the broader context of Indian-origin names in the United States.
Vivaan is derived from the Sanskrit word 'vivan,' meaning 'full of life' or 'lively.' It is a modern given name in India, often chosen for its positive connotations. The name gained popularity in the early 2000s and has since become a common choice among Hindu families.
Where Vivaan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Viv, Vee
Sibling names for Vivaan
Names that share Vivaan's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Aanya, Kiaan, Myra, Sia, Vihaan, Aadya, Khushi, Sanvi, Shriya, Aanvi, Aarvi, Advika, Ameya, Anjana, Anvitha, Aradhya, Bhavya, Eesha, Juhi, Kanya, Kashvi, Manasvi, Mannat, Medha, Mishika, Ridhi, Ritika, Shreeya, Vedika, Yashvi, Aadhira, Aayushi, Ahaana, Akshita, Arohi, Charvi, Devanshi, Lasya, Maanya, Muskan, Nakshatra, Nishtha, Raahi, Tvisha, Vaanya, Vanshika, Shrika, Thanvi, Aadvika, Daksha, Dhwani, Eshani, Jaanvi, Naavya, Priyal, Raaga, Rishita, Riyanshi, Saanjh, Samanvi, Sayani, Sharvi, Shivanya, Shreshta, Sudiksha, Tanvika
Brothers: Aarav, Aryan, Ishaan, Reyansh, Vihaan, Abhiram, Aditya, Advik, Anirudh, Atharv, Ivaan, Shreyas, Viaan, Adhvik, Advay, Akshat, Aveer, Aviraj, Ayaansh, Eshan, Jeevan, Naman, Pratham, Ranveer, Rudransh, Shivansh, Vedansh, Vedanth, Vihan, Virat, Vraj, Adhrit, Ahan, Akul, Anvay, Aryav, Havish, Hridhaan, Mivaan, Raunak, Samanyu, Sarthak, Shravan, Shriyan, Uday, Vikrant, Viyaan, Anvit, Aadarsh, Aanav, Aarsh, Abhijay, Abhiraj, Adharv, Dhairya, Dhruvan, Ekansh, Garv, Harshith, Harshiv, Hriday, Malhar, Manvik, Namish, Nandan, Nihaan, Prabhav, Priyansh, Saahas, Safal, Shrihaan, Siddh, Smayan, Sparsh, Sriansh, Srijan, Sriyaan, Viransh, Vishruth
