Viviana Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Viviana is sometimes linked to the Lady of the Lake, a mystical figure in Arthurian legend known for her wisdom and magical powers.

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A Deep Dive

Viviana Overview

Meaning

Alive, lively

Gender

Girl

Origin

Latin, Italian

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word “vivus,” which means “alive” or “living.”

Pronunciation

/ˌvɪviˈænə/

Popularity

Viviana is a popular name in countries like Italy, Spain, and Brazil. In the USA, it ranked 359th for girls in 2023​

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

7 letters

Numerology

33 (Nurturing, Spiritual, Expressive, Altruistic)

Name Styles

Classic, Aesthetic, Exotic

Associated Traits

Elegant, lively, graceful, vibrant

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Saint Viviana (also known as Bibiana) was a Roman martyr of the 4th century​

Name Day

December 17th (Austria), April 17th (Latvia), December 2nd (Spain)
A Deep Dive

Viviana Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Viviane, Vivien, Vivianne

Common Nicknames

Vivi, Ana, Vee, Viana, Vi

Diminutives

Viv, Vina, Nana

Famous People

  • Viviana Guzman
    (Chilean-American Flutist)
  • Viviana Canosa
    (Argentine Journalist)
  • Viviana Durante
    (Italian Ballerina)
  • Viviana Sofronitsky
    (Russian-Canadian Pianist)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Viviana Cortés
    ("El Señor de los Cielos," TV Series)
  • "Viviana's Journey"
    (Film)
  • "Viviana's Secret"
    (Novel)
  • "The Life of Viviana"
    (TV Series)
  • Viviana Guzmán
    ("The Flute View," Film)

What Is the Meaning of Viviana?

Viviana means “alive” or “full of life.” Those named Viviana are often perceived as energetic and spirited individuals, exuding warmth and enthusiasm in their interactions.

What Is the Origin of The Name Viviana?

The name Viviana has its roots in Latin, originating from the word “vivus,” which means “alive” or “living.” It has been used across various cultures and languages, maintaining its vivacious connotation.

Viviana Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Viviana in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#4272021#3842022#3592023
Top 3 Rankings#3592023#3842022#3922000

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Viviana

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023359
(+25 from 2022)
844
(+26 from 2022)
0.04825
2022384
(+43 from 2021)
818
(+81 from 2021)
0.04562
2021427
(-18 from 2020)
737
(-29 from 2020)
0.04114
2020409
(+9 from 2019)
766
(+14 from 2019)
0.04333
2019418
(+5 from 2018)
752
(+14 from 2018)
0.04098
2018423
(-12 from 2017)
738
(-34 from 2017)
0.03968
2017411
(+33 from 2016)
772
(+49 from 2016)
0.04086
2016444
(-17 from 2015)
723
(-22 from 2015)
0.03735
2015427
(+27 from 2014)
745
(+38 from 2014)
0.03819
2014454
(-10 from 2013)
707
(+16 from 2013)
0.03614
2013444
(+36 from 2012)
691
(+52 from 2012)
0.03585
2012480
(-17 from 2011)
639
(-5 from 2011)
0.03295
2011463
(+21 from 2010)
644
(+20 from 2010)
0.03324
2010484
(-51 from 2009)
624
(-111 from 2009)
0.03183
2009433
(+45 from 2008)
735
(+72 from 2008)
0.03629
2008478
(+8 from 2007)
663
(-5 from 2007)
0.03183
2007486
(-37 from 2006)
668
(-40 from 2006)
0.03156
2006449
(-23 from 2005)
708
(-14 from 2005)
0.03387
2005426
(+6 from 2004)
722
(+19 from 2004)
0.03557
2004432
(-27 from 2003)
703
(-45 from 2003)
0.03484
2003405
(+40 from 2002)
748
(+99 from 2002)
0.03728
2002445
(-7 from 2001)
649
(+12 from 2001)
0.03286
2001438
(-46 from 2000)
637
(-96 from 2000)
0.03216
2000392
(+4 from 1999)
733
(+27 from 1999)
0.03673
1999396
(+78 from 1998)
706
(+165 from 1998)
0.03626
1998474
(+76 from 1997)
541
(+113 from 1997)
0.02791
1997550
(-66 from 1996)
428
(-67 from 1996)
0.02242
1996484
(-3 from 1995)
495
(-20 from 1995)
0.02582
1995481
(+10 from 1994)
515
(+6 from 1994)
0.02680
1994491
(+32 from 1993)
509
(+44 from 1993)
0.02611
1993523
(+20 from 1992)
465
(+32 from 1992)
0.02359
1992543
(+57 from 1991)
433
(+58 from 1991)
0.02160
1991600
(+68 from 1990)
375
(+53 from 1990)
0.01844
1990668
(+233 from 1989)
322
(+118 from 1989)
0.01567
1989901
(-154 from 1988)
204
(-47 from 1988)
0.01024
1988747
(-9 from 1987)
251
(+6 from 1987)
0.01305
1987738
(+35 from 1986)
245
(+24 from 1986)
0.01307
1986773
(+26 from 1985)
221
(+14 from 1985)
0.01198
1985799
(-38 from 1984)
207
(-5 from 1984)
0.01121
1984761
(+141 from 1983)
212
(+45 from 1983)
0.01176
1983902
(+13 from 1982)
167
(+2 from 1982)
0.00933
1982915
(-38 from 1981)
165
(-9 from 1981)
0.00909
1981877
(-85 from 1980)
174
(-33 from 1980)
0.00973
1980792
(-305 from 1979)
207
(-212 from 1979)
0.01163
1979487
(+648 from 1978)
419
(+305 from 1978)
0.02431
19781135
(+279 from 1977)
114
(+35 from 1977)
0.00693
19771414
(+137 from 1976)
79
(+14 from 1976)
0.00480
19761551
(-120 from 1975)
65
(-8 from 1975)
0.00414
19751431
(+257 from 1974)
73
(+19 from 1974)
0.00468
19741688
(+250 from 1973)
54
(+12 from 1973)
0.00345
19731938
(-331 from 1972)
42
(-14 from 1972)
0.00270
19721607
(+268 from 1971)
56
(+10 from 1971)
0.00347
19711875
(-305 from 1970)
46
(-15 from 1970)
0.00262
19701570
(+433 from 1969)
61
(+22 from 1969)
0.00333
19692003
(+965 from 1968)
39
(+20 from 1968)
0.00221
19682968
(-641 from 1967)
19
(-8 from 1967)
0.00111
19672327
(+81 from 1966)
27
(+2 from 1966)
0.00157
19662408
(+425 from 1965)
25
(+6 from 1965)
0.00142
19652833
(-421 from 1964)
19
(-7 from 1964)
0.00104
19642412
(+1606 from 1963)
26
(+15 from 1963)
0.00133
19634018
(-1277 from 1962)
11
(-9 from 1962)
0.00055
19622741
(+217 from 1961)
20
(+2 from 1961)
0.00099
19612958
(+554 from 1960)
18
(+5 from 1960)
0.00087
19603512
(+105 from 1959)
13
(+1 from 1959)
0.00063
19593617
(-531 from 1958)
12
(-3 from 1958)
0.00058
19583086
(+64 from 1957)
15
(+1 from 1957)
0.00073
19573150
(+546 from 1956)
14
(+3 from 1956)
0.00067
19563696
(+1044 from 1955)
11
(+4 from 1955)
0.00053
19554740
(-85 from 1954)
7
No change from 1954
0.00035
19544655
(-428 from 1953)
7
(-1 from 1953)
0.00035
19534227
(+1336 from 1952)
8
(+3 from 1952)
0.00041
19525563
(-730 from 1951)
5
(-1 from 1951)
0.00026
19514833
(-871 from 1950)
6
(-2 from 1950)
0.00032
19503962
(+711 from 1949)
8
(+2 from 1949)
0.00045
19494673
(-1080 from 1948)
6
(-3 from 1948)
0.00034
19483593
(+753 from 1947)
9
(+2 from 1947)
0.00052
19474346
(+75 from 1941)
7
(+2 from 1941)
0.00039
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19414421
(-918 from 1940)
5
(-2 from 1940)
0.00040
19403503
(+752 from 1937)
7
(+2 from 1937)
0.00059
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19374255
(-74 from 1936)
5
No change from 1936
0.00045
19364181
(+23 from 1935)
5
No change from 1935
0.00046
19354204
(-402 from 1934)
5
(-1 from 1934)
0.00046
19343802
(-49 from 1933)
6
No change from 1933
0.00055
19333753
(+96 from 1931)
6
No change from 1931
0.00057
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19313849
(-191 from 1930)
6
(-1 from 1930)
0.00054
19303658
(-263 from 1929)
7
(-1 from 1929)
0.00060
19293395
(-772 from 1928)
8
(-4 from 1928)
0.00069
19282623
(+2182 from 1927)
12
(+7 from 1927)
0.00100
19274805
(-1241 from 1926)
5
(-3 from 1926)
0.00040
19263564
(+100 from 1925)
8
No change from 1925
0.00065
19253664
(+1397 from 1924)
8
(+3 from 1924)
0.00063
19245061
(-685 from 1923)
5
(-1 from 1923)
0.00039
19234376
(-419 from 1920)
6
(-1 from 1920)
0.00048
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19203957
(-162 from 1915)
7
(+1 from 1915)
0.00056
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19153795
(-816 from 1912)
6
(+1 from 1912)
0.00059
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19122979
(-1432 from 1908)
5
(-3 from 1908)
0.00085
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19081547
First SSA data recorded
8
First SSA data recorded
0.00226
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Viviana

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2172021#2112022#2112023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#3212021#2882022#2792023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2942021#3102022#2132023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#5022021#3222022#2692023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#4482021#4202022#4952023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2732021#3732022#2532023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#3072021#1792022#1492023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#3802021#3832022#4342023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#4352021#4182022#4012023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#4692021#4692022#4442023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#6592021#6322022#5472023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#7862021#6062022#7262023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#3022021#3162022#2302023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#3052021#4802022#2452023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#7562021#6452022#7162023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#7762021#4612022#5012023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#5102021#4292022#5602023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#3212021#2832022#4472023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#5942021#3452022#4152023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#2272021#2102022#3122023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#8582021#7332022#4322023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#5172021#4742022#7362023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#2632020#4262021#2622023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#4982020#3802021#3872022

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#11132021#7562022#13312023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#5352020#6362021#10242023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#6172020#5322022#6162023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#8322021#5472022#10472023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#4582021#5262022#6682023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#6852020#6722021#6702023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#8742019#6712021#6142023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#6582015#6442017#6342022

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#8682012#7752016#9552021

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1872017#1892018#2172020

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#4102015#4002020#4902022

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#4512007#4482012#2802023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#5522014#6502016

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#8252014#8382023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2762023

Popularity Rankings for Viviana in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Czechia

Czechia flagCzechia#722014#592015#472016

Popularity in Chile

Chile flagChile#1412003#1762004#1882005

Popularity in Argentina

Argentina flagArgentina#1671993#1801994#1901995

Popularity in France

France flagFrance#173XXXX

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#4232013#2702014#2492017

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#3262021

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#3322018#6032019#4582023

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#5012012#3602015

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#6552003#8112015#9902019

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#8372020#6872021#9062022

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#8832021

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#14032020#11062021#12702022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Viviana a Name for Boys or Girls?

Viviana is generally considered a female name. The ending “a” gives it a distinctly feminine touch, making it a popular choice for girls.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Viviana

Viviana in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Viviana Guzman (Flutist, born 1982): A Chilean-American flutist and composer who has performed with numerous orchestras worldwide.
  • Viviana Canosa (Journalist, born 1971): An Argentine journalist and television presenter known for her dynamic reporting style.
  • Viviana Durante (Ballerina, born 1967): An Italian ballerina who has danced with the Royal Ballet and is celebrated for her classical technique.
  • Viviana Sofronitsky (Pianist, born 1959): A Russian-Canadian pianist renowned for her interpretations of classical and baroque music.
  • Viviana Ortiz (Model, born 1986): A Puerto Rican model and beauty queen who won the Miss Universe Puerto Rico title.
  • Viviana Serna (Actress, born 1990): A Colombian actress known for her roles in television dramas and films.
  • Viviana Parisi (Artist, born 1985): An Italian contemporary artist whose works have been exhibited in galleries across Europe.
  • Viviana Cortés ("El Señor de los Cielos," 2013 TV Series): A powerful and influential woman involved in the drug trafficking world.
  • "Viviana's Journey" (2009 Film): Chronicles the life-changing journey of a young woman named Viviana.
  • "Viviana's Secret" (2015 Novel): A suspenseful novel about a woman uncovering family secrets.
  • "The Life of Viviana" (2011 TV Series): Follows the daily life and struggles of a woman named Viviana.
  • Viviana Guzmán ("The Flute View," 2017 Film): A talented flutist who overcomes personal and professional challenges.
  • Viviana ("Viviana's Garden," 2016 Children's Book): A heartwarming story about a girl named Viviana and her magical garden.
  • Santa Viviana Town (Guerrero, Mexico): A small town in the state of Guerrero, Mexico, noted for its cultural heritage and local festivals.
  • Lake Viviana (Minnesota, USA): A scenic lake in Minnesota offering opportunities for fishing and boating.
  • Viviana Park (Buenos Aires, Argentina): A public park in Buenos Aires with lush greenery and recreational facilities.
  • Santa Viviana Parish (Boyacá, Colombia): A parish located in the Boyacá department, featuring historical architecture and religious significance.
  • Viviana Beach (Puntarenas, Costa Rica): A beautiful beach in the Puntarenas province, popular for its pristine sands and clear waters.
  • Viviana Valley (Aude, France): A picturesque valley in the Aude department of southern France, characterized by its rural landscapes and vineyards.
  • Mount Viviana (British Columbia, Canada): A mountain in British Columbia offering hiking trails and stunning views of the surrounding area.

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