Vincent · Daily fortune

Vincent comes from the Roman cognomen Vincentius, derived from Latin vinco meaning "to conquer." It was popular among early Christians and borne by several saints, notably Vincent of Saragossa, martyred in the early 4th century. Behind the Name notes it has been used in English since the Middle Ages but did not become common until the 19th century. Famous bearers include Saint Vincent de Paul and painter Vincent van Gogh. It is pronounced VIN-sənt in English. In the United States it ranked #107 for boys in 2025.

Behind the Name derives Vincent from the Roman cognomen Vincentius, itself from Latin vinco, "to conquer." The name was popular among early Christians and borne by many saints, most notably Vincent of Saragossa, martyred during Diocletian's persecutions in the early 4th century. As an English name it dates to the Middle Ages but only became common in the 19th century. Behind the Name cites Saint Vincent de Paul (1581-1660) and painter Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) as famous bearers.

Vincent ranked #107 for boys in the United States in 2025 (Social Security Administration).

Vincent has a formal, slightly old-world feel, softened by casual nicknames like Vince and Vinnie; the saint and the painter both give it an artistic, faintly serious association.

Names sharing Vincent's Latin/Roman roots, its sound, or its saint-name history.