Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Vivian.
National Rank (2025)
#72
All-Time Peak Rank
#64 (1920)
Total U.S. Births
228,172
Unisex Distribution1.1% Boy / 98.9% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Vivian Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Vivian
According to SSA data, Vivian achieved its highest historical rank of #64 in 1920. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1920 with 4,128 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 4.9%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Vivian scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+4.9% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record4,128Births in 1920
Years in Top 100
33yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityModerately Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:465
1890s:1,999
1900s:4,818
1910s:23,634
1920s:36,572
1930s:22,932
1940s:22,913
1950s:23,554
1960s:14,010
1970s:5,001
1980s:4,149
1990s:8,864
2000s:14,690
2010s:27,231
2020s:17,340
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesVi-vi-an
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with V, a letter used by only 1.5% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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