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Vicente
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
21,451
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
442
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Vicente stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Vicente is a Spanish name derived from the Latin 'Vincentius,' meaning 'conquering.' It evolved from Latin through Old French and has a strong historical association with saints. The name conveys traits of strength and victory, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in medieval Spain and remains well-regarded in contemporary culture.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/viˈsente/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Vicente is derived from the Latin name 'Vincentius,' which means 'conquering' or 'to conquer.' It is related to the Latin verb 'vincere,' meaning 'to win' or 'to conquer.'
Meaning
Conquering
Language Evolution
Vincentius (Latin), Vincens (Old French), Vicens (Catalan), Vicente (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name Vicente gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world, particularly in the medieval period, often associated with saints like Saint Vincent of Saragossa, who was martyred in the 4th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Vincent, Vincenzo, Vince, Vinnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Vicente is viewed as a traditional yet vibrant name in Spanish-speaking cultures, often associated with strength and victory.
Famous People
Vicente Fox, Vicente Fernández, Vicente del Bosque
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 442 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 33 US states, with strongest presence in New Mexico
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 854th of 7545 | 1,006 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 729th of 6773 | 1,341 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 784th of 7552 | 1,675 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 640th of 10718 | 2,644 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 584th of 16616 | 4,511 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 613th of 24088 | 5,976 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 722nd of 23106 | 4,218 |