"conquering, victorious"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Vinny
Pronunciation: [ v-IHN-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"to conquer"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Vinny
Vinny is a nickname and given name derived from Vincent, which comes from the Latin Vincentius, meaning conquering or victorious. The name Vincent has a distinguished history through Saint Vincent de Paul, the 17th-century French priest who founded the Vincentian order. Vinny has become a standalone name with a warm, approachable feel.
Vinny peaked in popularity through Italian-American communities in the mid-20th century. It gained pop culture prominence through the film My Cousin Vinny (1992) with Joe Pesci and through reality TV, particularly Jersey Shore. These associations make it feel both classic and culturally loaded.
Vinny is deeply embedded in Italian-American cultural identity. It appears throughout literature, film, and television as shorthand for the working-class Italian-American experience, carrying warmth, humor, and street smarts.
Historical Record
Vinny first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 1,282 babies have been named Vinny in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vinny is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,808 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Vinny is short for Vincent, which means victorious in Latin
- My Cousin Vinny (1992) with Joe Pesci made this name a pop culture staple
Vinny in Other Languages
French
Vincent
Italian
Vincenzo
Spanish
Vicente
Portuguese
Vicente
Popularity Over Time
#2,808
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Vinny
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Vinny Guadagnino
Entertainer
1987
American TV personality known from MTV's Jersey Shore
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Vincent van Gogh
Artist
1853
Dutch post-Impressionist painter, one of the most influential figures in Western art
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Vinny Barbarino Fictional
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Fictional character played by John Travolta in Welcome Back, Kotter
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,808
- Total SSA Count
- 46
- Cultural Origins
- Italian American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Vin
Vinny
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vinny
What does the name Vinny mean?
"conquering, victorious" (from Latin). "to conquer" (from Latin). Vinny is a nickname and given name derived from Vincent, which comes from the Latin Vincentius, meaning conquering or victorious. The name Vincent has a distinguished history through Saint Vincent de Paul, the 17th-century French priest who founded the Vincentian order. Vinny has become a standalone name with a warm, approachable feel.
What is the origin of the name Vinny?
Vinny has Latin, Italian, American, and English origins. In Latin, it means "conquering, victorious". In Latin, it means "to conquer".
Is Vinny a boy or girl name?
Vinny is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Vinny?
Vinny is pronounced v-IHN-ee.
How popular is the name Vinny?
Vinny is currently ranked #2808 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Vinny?
Common nicknames for Vinny include Vin and Vinny.
What are good middle names for Vinny?
Popular middle name pairings include Vinny James, Vinny Michael, Vinny Anthony, Vinny Lee, Vinny Joe, and Vinny Paul.
What are good sibling names for Vinny?
Names that pair well with Vinny as siblings include Tony, Frankie, Gina, Maria, Dominic, and Bella.
How many syllables does Vinny have?
Vinny has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Vinny a common or rare name?
Vinny is an uncommon name, ranked #2808 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Vinny
Vinny is a boy name with Italian, American, and English origins . The name means "conquering, victorious" in Latin .
Vinny is currently ranked #2,808 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Vinny has 2 syllables and is pronounced v-IHN-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Vinny include Vin and Vinny. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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