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Vivianne

viv-ee-AN · Alive; lively; or of uncertain origin, possibly related to Latin vivus.

2025 rank (girls)
#1,769
Babies named in 2025
114
Peak popularity
2018
2025 frequency
1 in 14,099 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 1985

Rising since 1985, #1,769 for girls today.

Popularity of Vivianne since 1915

Babies named Vivianne per year in U.S. Social Security records.

53105158192019602000Most births 2018Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s35
1920s84
1930s54
1940s83
1950s109
1960s61
1970s54
1980s57
1990s191
2000s423
2010s1,161
2020s727

Meaning & origin

Vivianne is a French feminine spelling of the Latin name Vivianus, with a meaning tied to life and vitality. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1915, but its peak popularity came much later, reaching its highest rank in 2018. Since 1985, its usage has been on an upward trajectory, reflecting a broader trend toward vintage names with a sophisticated French flair. In 2025, it ranked 1,769, with roughly 1 in 14,099 baby girls receiving the name. Geographically, it shows particular popularity in Oklahoma, Alabama, and Missouri, suggesting a concentration in the southern and central U.S. The name's elegance and historical depth make it a distinctive choice that balances tradition with contemporary style.

Vivianne is a French feminine form of Vivien, itself derived from the Latin name Vivianus, from vivus 'alive'. The name was borne by a 5th-century French saint, Saint Vivianus. In medieval England, the spelling Vivian was used for both sexes, but Vivienne and Vivianne have become distinctly feminine. The name saw a revival in the early 20th century and has maintained steady use.

Where Vivianne is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Fewermore per 100k girlstoo few births

Vivianne” around the world

Where Vivianne lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • Quebec

    8

    babies in 2025

Sources: Retraite Québec (Quebec).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Vivi, Viv, Anna

Variants: Vivienne, Vivian, Vivien, Viviane

Sibling names for Vivianne

Names that share Vivianne's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Vivianne mean?
Vivianne is generally considered to mean 'alive' or 'lively', derived from the Latin vivus.
How popular is the name Vivianne currently?
In 2025, Vivianne ranked 1,769 in the U.S., with about 1 in 14,099 baby girls given the name.
Is Vivianne a boy or girl name?
Vivianne is almost exclusively used for girls in modern times, though its root Vivian was historically unisex.