"white or bright settlement"
Origin: Celtic
Language: Latin
Vienna
Pronunciation: [ v-ee-EHN-uh ]
Girl Name
#531 Most Popular
Rising
3 Syllables
A city of Mozart and waltzes, now a beautiful name
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Meaning & Origin
"from the city of Vienna"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
The Story of Vienna
Vienna is the anglicized form of Wien, the German name for Austria's capital city. The city's name traces to the Latin Vindobona, a Roman military camp derived from the Celtic vindo (white, bright) and bona (base, settlement). As a given name, Vienna entered English usage in the 19th century as Europeans began using city names for children.
Vienna as a given name has been gradually climbing in the US since the 2010s, part of the European place-name trend that also includes Paris, Milan, Florence, and Sienna. It received a boost from The Bachelor franchise where contestants have borne the name.
Vienna is one of the world's great cultural capitals — the city of Mozart, Beethoven, Freud, Klimt, and Strauss. It was the seat of the Habsburg Empire and the birthplace of psychoanalysis. Naming a child Vienna evokes centuries of European culture, music, and intellectual history.
Fun Facts
- Vienna has topped the Economist Intelligence Unit's Most Liveable City ranking multiple times
- Mozart wrote his greatest operas including Don Giovanni and The Magic Flute while living in Vienna
- Vienna's coffee house culture was inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2011
Vienna in Other Languages
Latin
Vindobona
French
Vienne
German
Wien
Italian
Vienna
Spanish
Viena
Famous People Named Vienna
V
Vienna Teng
Musician
1978
American singer-songwriter and pianist known for introspective indie pop, formerly a software engineer at Cisco
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #531
- Total SSA Count
- 574
- Cultural Origins
- Austrian German American Italian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Vi
Vee
Enna
Pairs Well With
Vienna Rose
Vienna Grace
Vienna Claire
Vienna Elise
Vienna Marie
Vienna June
Vienna Jade
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vienna
What does the name Vienna mean?
"white or bright settlement" (from Celtic). "from the city of Vienna" (from Latin). Vienna is the anglicized form of Wien, the German name for Austria's capital city. The city's name traces to the Latin Vindobona, a Roman military camp derived from the Celtic vindo (white, bright) and bona (base, settlement). As a given name, Vienna entered English usage in the 19th century as Europeans began using city names for children.
What is the origin of the name Vienna?
Vienna has Celtic, Latin, Austrian, German, American, and Italian origins. In Celtic, it means "white or bright settlement". In Latin, it means "from the city of Vienna".
Is Vienna a boy or girl name?
Vienna is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Vienna?
Vienna is pronounced v-ee-EHN-uh.
How popular is the name Vienna?
Vienna is currently ranked #531 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Vienna?
Common nicknames for Vienna include Vi, Vee, and Enna.
What are good middle names for Vienna?
Popular middle name pairings include Vienna Rose, Vienna Grace, Vienna Claire, Vienna Elise, Vienna Marie, Vienna June, and Vienna Jade.
What are good sibling names for Vienna?
Names that pair well with Vienna as siblings include Milan, Paris, Sienna, Roman, Florence, Caspian, and Savannah.
How many syllables does Vienna have?
Vienna has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Vienna a common or rare name?
Vienna is moderately common, ranked #531 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Vienna
Vienna is a girl name with Austrian, German, American, and Italian origins . The name means "white or bright settlement" in Celtic .
Vienna is currently ranked #531 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Vienna has 3 syllables and is pronounced v-ee-EHN-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Vienna include Vi, Vee, and Enna. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.