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English names starting with V include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to English heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes English-origin names so enduring.

English names starting with V — quick facts

  • 84 English names begin with the letter V
  • 54 girl names, 27 boy names
  • English names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

English Girl Names Starting With V

54 girl names

#672
English
beautiful
#713
English
to vanquish, to triumph
#929
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1007
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1017
English
A blend of various names, often associated with 'Velma' or 'Vella'
#1104
English
a well-known person
#1104
English
A combination of the names Victoria and Ann, suggesting victory and grace.
#1119
English
Derived from 'vermilion,' a bright red pigment.
#1119
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1227
English
excessive pride
#1296
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1348
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1378
English
Green, flourishing.
#1405
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1437
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1444
English
of unknown origin, possibly from a combination of 'Vera' and 'reen'; often associated with green.
#1472
English
Latin
#1499
English
gift of God; or an abbreviation of Lavonia
#1512
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1616
English
a form of modern variation or derivative of various names
#1647
English
To tell or speak.
#1662
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1708
English
A variant of Veronica, meaning 'true image'
#1734
English
Full of word or language; eloquent
#1920
English
From the Velmont family or elegant mountain
#8021
English↑ Rising
a musical instrument, the art of music
English↑ Rising
Slavic
English↑ Rising
soft, plush, velvety
English↑ Rising
to shine
English
Butterfly (derived from Vanessa, a genus of butterflies)
English↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
English
to conquer
English
Full of life

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English Boy Names Starting With V

27 boy names

#504
English
Flag, banner
#568
English
Variant of the name of origin related to royalty or nobility
#860
English
Vandawat
#862
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#864
English
One who tends or gardens
#959
English
Eager or enthusiastic
#964
English
A variation of the name Victor, meaning 'conqueror' or 'victor'.
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1056
English
spring; water source
#1479
English
the one who wins
#1480
English
marsh or swamp; from the marsh
#1552
English
brave and strong
#1565
English
from the place of the fern
#1779
English
settlement by the river
#1852
English
Derived from the surname Vernen, meaning 'alder tree'.
#3791
English↑ Rising
lively.
English
A beloved name with deep roots
English↑ Rising
The one who lives.
English
Brave, courageous
English
small, little

English Unisex Names Starting With V

3 gender-neutral names

#569
English
derived from the word 'verb', meaning 'to speak or to say'
#1463
English
potentially derived from 'Val', meaning 'strength'}
#1464
English
From the land of the Van or a place of beauty