Vinnie
English and Scottish
"council protector"
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Vinnie Origin and Meaning
The name Vinnie is a boy's name.
Vinnie is primarily a masculine name that originated as a diminutive form of Vincent, though it can occasionally be used for girls as well. The name derives from the Latin 'Vincentius,' meaning 'conquering.' Vinnie offers a friendly, approachable alternative to the more formal Vincent, with a casual charm that has remained consistently appealing. The name gained particular popularity in Italian-American communities and saw broader usage in the early to mid-20th century. While not typically among the top-ranking names, Vinnie maintains steady usage, often associated with its warm, unpretentious character. The name conjures images of a friendly, down-to-earth individual and is recognized across various English-speaking countries.
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Famous People Named Vinnie
- Vinnie Paz (born Vincenzo Luvineri)American rapper of group Jedi Mind Tricks
- Vincent Peter "Vinnie" JonesBritish actor and footballer
- Vincent "Vinnie" ColaiutaAmerican drummer
- Vinnie Vincent (born Vincent John Cusano)American guitarist formerly of Kiss
- Vincent Eugene "Vinnie" ClarkAmerican NFL football player
- Vincent "Vinnie" MooreAmerican guitarist of English band UFO
- Vincent William "Vinnie" PestanoAmerican baseball player
- Vincent Paul "Vinnie" AbbottAmerican drummer of metal bands Pantera, Damageplan and Hellyeah
The name Vinnie in Pop Culture
- Vince "Vinnie" Monkscharacter on British soap "EastEnders"
- Vincent Alexandros "Vinnie" Pattersoncharacter on Australian soap "Home and Away"
- Vincent "Vinnie" Barbarinocharacter on TV's "Welcome Back, Kotter"
- Vince "Vinnie" Vicentea character from the CW's Supernatural
- Vinnie Dakotatime traveller from "Milo Murphy's Law"