Find out how popular the first name Vinny has been for the last 47 years (from 1977 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Vinny by gender

Based on the last 47 years of data, Vinny is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 53 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Vinny.

The history of the first name Vinny

The name Vinny is a diminutive form of the Italian name Vincenzo, which is derived from the Latin name Vincentius. The name Vincentius comes from the Latin word "vincere," meaning "to conquer" or "to overcome." It was initially a Roman cognomen, which later became a common given name among early Christians.

The earliest recorded use of the name Vincentius dates back to the 3rd century AD, when it was borne by Saint Vincent of Saragossa, a deacon who was martyred during the Diocletian persecution in 304 AD. His cult spread rapidly throughout the Christian world, and the name became popular among the faithful.

Another notable figure associated with the name was Saint Vincent of Lérins, a Gallic monk and writer who lived in the 5th century AD. He is best known for his work "Commonitorium," which outlined the principles of Christian tradition and became influential in the development of Catholic theology.

During the Middle Ages, the name Vincenzo and its variations, such as Vincente and Vicente, gained popularity across Europe, particularly in Italy, Spain, and Portugal. One of the most famous bearers of the name was Vincenzo Galilei, an Italian lutenist, composer, and music theorist who lived from 1520 to 1591. He was the father of the renowned scientist Galileo Galilei.

In the 16th century, Saint Vincent de Paul, a French Catholic priest, was a significant figure who dedicated his life to serving the poor and founding charitable organizations. He was canonized in 1737 and is the patron saint of Christian charities.

Another notable bearer of the name was Vincenzo Bellini, an Italian opera composer who lived from 1801 to 1835. He is best known for his operas "Norma," "La Sonnambula," and "I Puritani," which are considered masterpieces of the bel canto tradition.

Throughout history, the name Vinny has been borne by numerous individuals, including Vinny Testaverde, an American football quarterback who played in the NFL from 1987 to 2007; Vinny Cerrato, an American football executive who worked for various NFL teams; and Vinny Paz, an American boxer who won several world championships in the lightweight and light welterweight divisions.

Data source

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