Rising since 2012, #3,658 for boys today.
Popularity of Viyan since 2012
Babies named Viyan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 212 |
| 2020s | 206 |
Meaning & origin
Viyan is a rare Kurdish name that entered U.S. records in 2012, ranking 3,658 in 2025 with a frequency of 1 in 56,936 births. Its peak popularity occurred in 2019, and the name has been on a rising trajectory since its debut. The name is most commonly given in California, reflecting its use within Kurdish and Middle Eastern diaspora communities. While its exact meaning is debated, Viyan is thought to evoke 'longing' or 'desire,' giving it a poetic resonance.
Viyan is a name of Kurdish origin, though its exact derivation is debated. It may be related to the Kurdish word 'viyan' meaning 'longing' or 'desire.' The name gained limited usage in the United States beginning in the early 2010s, likely among families of Kurdish or Middle Eastern heritage. It remains rare in English-speaking countries.
Where Viyan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Viyan” around the world
Where Viyan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vi, Vivi
Sibling names for Viyan
Names that share Viyan's style, for a brother or sister.
