Vincenza Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vincenza is an Italian name derived from the Latin Vincentius, meaning 'to conquer'. It evolved through various forms, including Vincenzina and Vincenzo. The name is associated with strength and victory, lacking significant biblical relevance. It became popular in the Middle Ages and continues to be viewed as elegant in modern times, with notable figures contributing to its cultural significance.
The name Vincenza is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Vincenza has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Vincenza' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 731st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1287th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2668th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3410th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6346th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9135th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6448th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Vincenza' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vincenza"
Pronunciation
/vɪnˈtʃɛn.zə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Vincenza is derived from the Latin name Vincentius, which means 'to conquer' or 'to win'.
Meaning
to conquer, to win
Language Evolution
Vincentius (Latin), Vincens (Old French), Vincenzo (Italian), Vincenza (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name Vincenza gained popularity in Italy during the Middle Ages, particularly among families who valued the virtues associated with victory and strength.
Variants & Derivatives
Vincenzo, Vince, Vincey, Vincenzina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Vincenza is often seen as elegant and classic, with a strong cultural connection to Italian heritage.
Famous People
Vincenza Bellini, an Italian opera composer, Vincenza Scaletta, an Italian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vincenza"
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 of "Vincenza"
"Vincenza" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 731st of 9107 | 1,733 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1287th of 9204 | 636 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2668th of 12526 | 344 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3410th of 19264 | 309 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6346th of 27321 | 197 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9135th of 35406 | 182 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6448th of 30306 | 224 |
Regional Popularity of "Vincenza" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Vincenza" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
20.45% 282nd/1379 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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30.85% 480th/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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39.55% 961st/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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35.86% 1249th/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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52.20% 2336th/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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62.01% 3202nd/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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53.82% 2415th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Vincenza"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vincenza" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.