Vinnie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vinnie is derived from the Latin name Vincentius, which means 'conquering'. It evolved through various linguistic forms and gained popularity in Christian contexts. The name has a modern perception of friendliness and charm, with notable figures in music, sports, and film associated with it.
The name Vinnie is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Vinnie has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Vinnie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5062nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2885th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3893rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3915th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6987th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6847th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 914th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1306th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2053rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6381st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28780th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17606th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Vinnie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vinnie"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɪni/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Vinnie is a diminutive form of the name Vincent, which comes from the Latin name Vincentius, derived from the verb 'vincere', meaning 'to conquer'.
Meaning
conquering
Language Evolution
Vincentius (Latin), Vincent (Old French), Vince (Middle English), Vinnie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Vincent became popular in Christian traditions due to Saint Vincent of Saragossa, and its diminutive Vinnie gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Vincent, Vince, Vinnie Boy, Vin
Modern Popularity & Image
Vinnie is often seen as a friendly and approachable name, frequently associated with warmth and charm. It has gained a youthful image in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Vinnie Paul (musician), Vinnie Testaverde (football player), Vinnie Jones (actor and former footballer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vinnie"
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 "Vinnie"
"Vinnie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5062nd of 6773 | 23 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2885th of 7552 | 155 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3893rd of 10718 | 113 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3915th of 16616 | 208 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6987th of 24088 | 159 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6847th of 23106 | 142 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 914th of 9107 | 1,103 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1306th of 9204 | 623 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2053rd of 12526 | 540 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6381st of 19264 | 115 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22013th of 27321 | 12 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28780th of 35406 | 12 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17606th of 30306 | 37 |
Regional Popularity of "Vinnie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
48.27% 1173rd/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
44.15% 2789th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
52.71% 3934th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Vinnie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
77.81% 1073rd/1379 |
34.66% 820th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
72.49% 1128th/1556 |
48.49% 1141st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
60.46% 1725th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vinnie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vinnie" 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.