Vian
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Vian
Vian is a concise, sophisticated masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Latin 'vivus' meaning 'alive' or 'full of life,' or could be a shortened form of Vivian, which traditionally was used for men before becoming primarily feminine. In some cultures, it may connect to the French surname Vian, famously borne by writer Boris Vian. The name has gained moderate popularity in recent years for its minimalist elegance and cross-cultural appeal. With just four letters, Vian offers simplicity while maintaining a distinctive character that works well internationally.
Vian is also given to girls.
Pronounced VEE-ahn.
As of November 2026, Vian ranked #3942 for boys in US births in 2025 and #17352 for girls in US births in 2020 SSA, peaked at #3647 for boys in 2020 and #16353 for girls in 2005.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | #4,288 | 24 | 12.5 |
| 2016 | #3,978 | 27 | 14.2 |
| 2017 | #3,882 | 28 | 15.1 |
| 2018 | #4,469 | 23 | 12.7 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | #3,647 | 30 | 17.4 |
| 2021 | #3,995 | 27 | 15.4 |
| 2022 | #4,427 | 24 | 13.7 |
| 2023 | #3,791 | 30 | 17.5 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | #3,942 | 28 | 16.4 |