Find out how popular the first name Vince has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Vince by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Vince is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 100% of people named Vince being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 132 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Vince.

The history of the first name Vince

The name Vince is a masculine given name that originated from the Latin name Vincentius, which derived from the Latin word vincens, meaning "conquering" or "victor." This name has its roots in ancient Roman culture and can be traced back to the 3rd century AD.

The name Vincentius was initially used as a surname or cognomen by Roman families, particularly those with connections to military achievements or conquests. Over time, it evolved into a popular given name among early Christian communities, as it was associated with the concept of spiritual victory and triumph over adversity.

One of the earliest historical references to the name Vince can be found in the life of Saint Vincent of Saragossa, a deacon and martyr of the Catholic Church who lived in the 3rd century AD. His steadfast faith and refusal to renounce Christianity, even under torture, earned him the title of "the Invincible" and contributed to the popularity of the name in Christian circles.

During the Middle Ages, the name Vince gained widespread use across Europe, particularly in regions with strong Catholic traditions. Notable historical figures bearing this name include Vincent of Beauvais (c. 1190-1264), a Dominican friar and author of the encyclopedic work "Speculum Maius," and Vincent Ferrer (1350-1419), a Valencian Dominican friar known for his influential preaching and missionary work.

In the Renaissance period, the name Vince was associated with several renowned artists and intellectuals. One of the most famous was Vincenzo Galilei (1520-1591), an Italian lutenist, composer, and father of the renowned scientist Galileo Galilei. Another notable figure was Vincenzo Scamozzi (1548-1616), an influential Italian architect and author of the architectural treatise "L'Idea dell'Architettura Universale."

During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the name Vince continued to be popular, particularly in English-speaking countries, where it was often used as a shortened form of Vincent. Some notable individuals with this name include Vince Lombardi (1913-1970), the legendary American football coach, and Vince Cable (born 1943), a British politician and former leader of the Liberal Democrats.

Data source

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