"to conquer, victorious"
Origin: Latin
Language: Spanish
Vincente
Pronunciation: [ v-ihnch-EHNT-ee ]
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A Spanish classic meaning victorious conqueror
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"to overcome, to prevail"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Vincente
Vincente is a Spanish and Portuguese variant of Vicente, the Spanish form of Vincent. It derives from the Latin Vincentius, from vincere meaning to conquer or to win. The name was popularized by St. Vincent of Zaragoza, a 4th-century martyr, and later by St. Vincent de Paul, the 17th-century founder of the Vincentians.
Vicente and its variants have been consistently used throughout the Spanish-speaking world for centuries. The name carries both religious prestige through St. Vincent de Paul and artistic prestige through Vincent van Gogh in its French form.
In Catholic Latin American and Spanish culture, Vicente honors St. Vincent de Paul, the patron saint of charitable organizations. The name is common across Mexico, Spain, and South America.
Historical Record
Vincente first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,703 babies have been named Vincente in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vincente is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,979 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Vincent van Gogh signed his paintings simply as Vincent
- Vicente Fox was the first non-PRI president of Mexico, elected in 2000
Vincente in Other Languages
French
Vincent
English
Vincent
Italian
Vincenzo
Spanish
Vicente
Portuguese
Vicente
Popularity Over Time
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Famous People Named Vincente
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Vicente Fox
Politician
1942
President of Mexico from 2000-2006, ending 71 years of single-party rule
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Vicente Fernandez
Musician
1940
Legendary Mexican singer known as El Rey, one of the greatest ranchera artists
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St. Vincent de Paul
Religious
17th-century French Catholic saint, founder of charitable organizations, patron saint of charitable societies
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,979
- Total SSA Count
- 20
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Italian Latin American Portuguese
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Vince
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Vin
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vincente
What does the name Vincente mean?
"to conquer, victorious" (from Latin). "to overcome, to prevail" (from Latin). Vincente is a Spanish and Portuguese variant of Vicente, the Spanish form of Vincent. It derives from the Latin Vincentius, from vincere meaning to conquer or to win. The name was popularized by St. Vincent of Zaragoza, a 4th-century martyr, and later by St. Vincent de Paul, the 17th-century founder of the Vincentians.
What is the origin of the name Vincente?
Vincente has Latin, Spanish, Italian, Latin American, and Portuguese origins. In Latin, it means "to conquer, victorious". In Latin, it means "to overcome, to prevail".
Is Vincente a boy or girl name?
Vincente is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Vincente?
Vincente is pronounced v-ihnch-EHNT-ee.
How popular is the name Vincente?
Vincente is currently ranked #4979 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Vincente?
Common nicknames for Vincente include Vince, Vinnie, and Vin.
What are good middle names for Vincente?
Popular middle name pairings include Vincente Antonio, Vincente Carlos, Vincente Rafael, Vincente Miguel, Vincente Luis, and Vincente Eduardo.
What are good sibling names for Vincente?
Names that pair well with Vincente as siblings include Santiago, Mateo, Isabella, Lucia, Alejandro, and Carmen.
How many syllables does Vincente have?
Vincente has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Vincente a common or rare name?
Vincente is an uncommon name, ranked #4979 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Vincente
Vincente is a boy name with Spanish, Italian, Latin American, and Portuguese origins . The name means "to conquer, victorious" in Latin .
Vincente is currently ranked #4,979 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Vincente has 3 syllables and is pronounced v-ihnch-EHNT-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Vincente include Vince, Vinnie, and Vin. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Vincente include Vincent, Vincenzo, Vince . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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