Gemma vs Vivian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gemma

Girl #203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, precious stone"

Origin: Latin/Italian

Cultural Roots

English Italian Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#203
Total SSA Count
1,514
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gem

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Vivian

Girl #77 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"alive, lively"

Origin: Latin (vivianus)

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#77
Total SSA Count
3,088
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Viv, Vivi

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Popularity Comparison

Gemma Rank #203
Vivian Rank #77

Vivian is more popular, ranked #77 vs #203 for Gemma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gemma ___

  • Gemma Rose
  • Gemma Jane
  • Gemma Louise
  • Gemma Claire
  • Gemma Elise
  • Gemma Kate

Vivian ___

  • Vivian Rose
  • Vivian Grace
  • Vivian Mae
  • Vivian Claire
  • Vivian Elise
  • Vivian Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gemma

Violet Cleo Flora Oscar Henry

If you choose Vivian

Genevieve Celeste Julian Sebastian Iris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gemma or Vivian more popular?

Vivian is more popular, ranked #77 compared to Gemma at #203 in the United States.

What do Gemma and Vivian mean?

Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin). Vivian means "alive, lively" (Latin (vivianus) origin).

Are Gemma and Vivian boy or girl names?

Gemma is primarily a girl name. Vivian is primarily a girl name.

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