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Vincent

Boys' name · Latin origin

Quick answerVincent is a male given name of Latin origin. From the Latin Vincentius, derived from vincere, meaning 'to conquer'. In the United States, it ranked number 111 for baby boys in 2024, according to the Social Security Administration. It is given to boys in the United States. A famous bearer is Vincent van Gogh.

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MeaningFrom the Latin Vincentius, derived from vincere, meaning 'to conquer'.
OriginLatin
GenderMale (boys)
Popularity (US)#111 for baby boys in 2024 (U.S. Social Security Administration)
Famous bearerVincent van Gogh

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Popularity ranks are U.S. Social Security Administration figures for 2024; meanings and origins follow Behind the Name. See the names index for the full source notes.