Vince
Vince is a boy name of Latin origin meaning “Conquering”, pronounced VINS. It ranked #1364 in the United States in 2025, given to 137 babies, and peaked at #321 in 1962. Common nicknames: Vinnie, Vin.
How popular is Vince in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Vince mean, and where does it come from?
Vince is the short form of Vincent, from the Latin vincens, "conquering," and it has been used as a name in its own right in American records since 1882, peaking in 1962. It is also the Hungarian form of the name. Its bearers range wider than most short forms manage: a Hall of Fame football coach, a country singer with twenty-one Grammys, a director of heist comedies and the man who ran professional wrestling for forty years.
How is Vince used around the world?
Vince is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 12+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Vince?
Famous People Named Vince
- Vince Lombardi — American football coach for whom the Super Bowl trophy is named
- Vince Gill — American country singer and songwriter
- Vince Staples — American rapper and actor
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Vince mean?
Vince is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Conquering." Vince is the short form of Vincent, from the Latin vincens, "conquering," and it has been used as a name in its own right in American records since 1882, peaking in 1962. It is also the Hungarian form of the name.
How do you pronounce Vince?
Vince is pronounced VINS. Common variations include Vincent, Vincenzo, Vinnie.
Is Vince a boy name?
Yes, Vince is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Vinnie, Vin.