Vicent
Derived from the Latin name Vincentius, meaning "conquering" or "victorious".
Name Census estimates that about 611 living Americans carry the first name Vicent. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Vicent today is around 41 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Vicent births was 1988 (26 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Vicent. 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.
People living today
611
~ 1 in 560,973 Americans
Peak year
1988
26 babies that year
Average age
41
years old
2024 SSA rank
#14,076
Tracked since 1927
Popularity
Vicent: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Vicent from the 1920s through to the 2020s, spanning 10 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 184 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Vicent 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 Vicent during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Vicents live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, New York, Texas recorded the most babies named Vicent, while Texas, New York, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 49 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Vicent
The name Vicent has its origins in the Latin language and dates back to ancient Roman times. It is derived from the Latin word "vincere," which means "to conquer" or "to overcome." The name was initially used as a surname, but over time, it evolved into a given name as well.
During the Roman era, the name Vicent was associated with strength, valor, and victory. It was often bestowed upon soldiers or leaders who had achieved significant military triumphs. The earliest recorded instance of the name Vicent can be found in Roman inscriptions and historical records from the 1st century AD.
As Christianity spread throughout the Roman Empire, the name Vicent gained additional meaning and significance. It became associated with the martyrdom of Saint Vincent of Saragossa, who was tortured and executed for his Christian faith in the year 304 AD. Saint Vincent's unwavering faith and courage in the face of persecution made him a revered figure, and his name became a popular choice among early Christians.
One of the earliest and most notable historical figures to bear the name Vicent was Vincent of Lérins, a Gallic monk and theologian who lived in the 5th century AD. He is best known for his work "Commonitoria," which established guidelines for interpreting Christian doctrine and tradition.
In the Middle Ages, the name Vicent gained popularity across Europe, particularly in regions with strong Catholic traditions. Vincente Ferrer (1350-1419), a Valencian Dominican friar and renowned preacher, was a prominent figure during this time. He played a significant role in converting many Jews and Muslims to Christianity in Spain and is revered as a saint in the Catholic Church.
During the Renaissance period, Vincenzo Galilei (1520-1591), an Italian lutenist, composer, and father of the famous astronomer Galileo Galilei, was a notable figure who contributed to the development of music theory and practice.
Another historical figure who bore the name Vicent was Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890), the renowned Dutch Post-Impressionist painter. His works, characterized by their bold colors and expressive brushstrokes, have had a profound impact on the art world and continue to captivate audiences to this day.
Throughout history, the name Vicent has been associated with individuals who have demonstrated resilience, determination, and a spirit of overcoming adversity. From early Christian martyrs to influential artists and intellectuals, the name has carried a legacy of strength and perseverance across cultures and generations.
People
Vicent + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Vicent 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
Vicent: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Vicent?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 611 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Vicent 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 560,973 US residents.
Is Vicent a common name?
We classify Vicent as "Very Rare". It ranks above 86.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 660 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Vicent most popular?
The single biggest year for Vicent was 1988, when 26 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Vicent is about 41 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Vicent a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Vicent 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.
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.