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Vivin

VIV-in · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage related to the Latin 'vivus' meaning 'alive' or 'lively'.

2025 rank (boys)
#6,803
Babies named in 2025
12
Peak popularity
2022
2025 frequency
1 in 142,340 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #6,803 for boys today.

Popularity of Vivin since 2015

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

611172020Most births 2022Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2010s34
2020s65

Meaning & origin

Vivin is a modern and rare name that first appeared on U.S. birth charts in 2015. With a rank of 6,803 in the latest year (2025) and a peak rank in 2022, it remains an uncommon choice, reflecting a broader trend of parents creating unique-sounding names. The name's trajectory is stable, indicating consistent but minimal usage. Despite its rarity, Vivin has an appealing sound that echoes more established names like Vivian. Its exact origins are unclear, but it likely belongs to the category of modern English coinages, drawing on the stylish '-in' suffix seen in names like Devin and Gavin.

Vivin is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2015. It may be a variant of Vivian or a playful creation based on the Latin root 'viv' (life). Its recent emergence and limited usage suggest it is likely a contemporary invention rather than a traditional name.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Viv, Vinnie

Sibling names for Vivin

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

Sisters: Vivian, Lila, Maya, Eva, Zara

Brothers: Jasper, Milo, Felix, Leo, Owen

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Vivin mean?
The meaning of Vivin is uncertain. It may be a modern variant of Vivian, which comes from the Latin 'vivus' meaning 'alive' or 'lively'. However, as a recent coinage, its exact meaning is not well-established.
How popular is the name Vivin?
Vivin is very rare. In 2025, it ranked 6,803 in the U.S., with approximately 1 in 142,340 births given this name. Its popularity peaked in 2022.
Is Vivin a boy's name or a girl's name?
Vivin is primarily used for boys according to U.S. Social Security data.