Find out how popular the first name Vinton has been for the last 48 years (from 1974 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Vinton by gender

Based on the last 48 years of data, Vinton is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Vinton.

The history of the first name Vinton

The name Vinton is an English given name derived from the Old English word "vintun," which means "vine town" or "wine town." It likely originated as a surname or place name referring to a town or village known for its vineyards or wine production. The name has been in use since at least the 13th century.

In the early 15th century, a record shows a Vinton Baggot was appointed as a royal clerk in England. Later, in the 16th century, a Vinton Revell was listed as a prominent landowner in the county of Essex.

One of the earliest known individuals with the given name Vinton was Vinton Legar, an English merchant and explorer born around 1580. He is noted for his travels to the West Indies and his writings about the region's natural resources and indigenous peoples.

Another notable figure was Vinton Maddox (1733-1808), a British officer who served in the American Revolutionary War. He is remembered for his participation in the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Battle of Long Island.

In the United States, one of the most famous individuals with the name Vinton was Samuel Finley Vinton (1792-1862), a politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Ohio. He was influential in the development of the modern-day public land survey system and the establishment of the Department of the Interior.

Another American of note was Vinton Liddell Pickens (1825-1892), a Confederate general during the American Civil War. He played a significant role in the Battle of Gettysburg and later served as a postmaster in South Carolina.

Lastly, Vinton Hay (1856-1939) was an American businessman and politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Virginia. He was involved in various business ventures, including coal mining and banking.

Data source

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