Vennis
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially an invented name.
Name Census estimates that about 7 living Americans carry the first name Vennis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Vennis today is around 70 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Vennis births was 1945 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Vennis. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Vennis is about 70 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Vennis' were born before 1966.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Vennis. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
7
~ 1 in 48,964,905 Americans
Peak year
1945
5 babies that year
Average age
70
years old
1963 SSA rank
#4,589
Tracked since 1945
Popularity
Vennis: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Vennis from the 1940s through to the 1960s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 5 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Vennis by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Vennis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Vennis
The name Vennis originates from the Latin language and dates back to ancient Roman times. It is a variant of the name Vennus, which itself is derived from the Roman goddess of love and beauty, Venus. The name is thought to be rooted in the Latin word "venia," meaning grace or charm.
In ancient Roman mythology, Venus was one of the most revered deities, often portrayed as a stunningly beautiful woman. Her worship was widespread across the Roman Empire, with temples and shrines dedicated to her in many cities. The name Vennis was likely given to children, particularly girls, as a way to invoke the goddess's blessings of love, beauty, and grace upon them.
Some of the earliest recorded instances of the name Vennis can be found in ancient Roman inscriptions and historical texts from the 1st century AD. One notable example is Vennis Faustina, a Roman noble woman who lived during the reign of Emperor Antoninus Pius in the 2nd century AD.
Throughout history, there have been several individuals who bore the name Vennis. One of the most famous was Vennis Fortunata, a renowned Roman poet and philosopher who lived in the 3rd century AD. Her works, though largely lost to time, were highly regarded during her lifetime and inspired many subsequent writers and thinkers.
In the 5th century AD, there was Vennis Marcellina, a Christian martyr who was executed for her faith during the persecutions of the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Her story of unwavering devotion and sacrifice became a source of inspiration for early Christians and helped spread the religion throughout the Roman Empire.
During the Renaissance period, the name Vennis saw a resurgence in popularity, particularly in Italy. One notable figure from this time was Vennis Borgia, a member of the infamous Borgia family and a prominent figure in the Italian Wars of the late 15th century.
Another historical figure with the name Vennis was Vennis de Medici, a member of the influential Medici family in Florence during the 16th century. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of Renaissance artists and intellectuals.
While the name Vennis is not as common today as it once was, its rich history and connection to the Roman goddess of love and beauty have left an indelible mark on our cultural heritage.
People
Vennis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Vennis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with V
Other first names starting with V with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Vennis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Vennis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 7 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Vennis going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 48,964,905 US residents.
Is Vennis a common name?
We classify Vennis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 23.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Vennis most popular?
The single biggest year for Vennis was 1945, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Vennis is about 70 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Vennis in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Vennis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Vennis in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Vennis still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Vennis in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Vennis can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Vennis?
You can see how many people share the name Vennis on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.