Vinicius

“Conquering”

Portuguese origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7265US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

340All-time births

📅 Since 199200

What does Vinicius mean and where does it come from?

Vinicius is of Latin origin, possibly derived from 'Vincere', meaning to conquer. The name is more commonly found in Brazil and other Portuguese-speaking countries, particularly as a given name for boys. It gained popularity in Brazil due to the famous Brazilian poet Vinicius de Moraes. The name emp

Cultural significance

Vinicius has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Portuguese-speaking communities, where it reflects values of conquering.

Peak popularity

Reached #3957 in 2003 — currently #7265 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Vinicius?

Vinicius works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Vinicius Grace

How popular is Vinicius right now?

Rising fast — up 462 spots — currently #7265 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#7265 · Top 5.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7265	12	▲ up 462 · +9% births
2022	#7727	11	▲ up 2989 · +57% births
2021	#10716	7	▼ down 777
2020	#9939	7	▲ up 115
2015	#10054	7	▼ down 4408 · -56% births
2010	#5646	16	▼ down 415
2005	#5231	16	▼ down 223 · +7% births
2000	#5008	15	▲ up 4892 · +200% births
1995	#9900	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Vinicius

Best Year2000Rank #5008

Peak Count16

Average Rank#7943

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Vinicius

Vinicius is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 340 total births recorded, Vinicius remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9900 in 1995 to #7265 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Vinicius in 2003:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Andrew

Vinicius by decade

Vinicius peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	59
2000s ★	176
2010s	98
2020s	7

💎Vinicius has only 340 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Vinicius?

Common

VinVinieVinyIcius

What names sound and feel like Vinicius?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Vinicius also consider these

Virginius

Latin · Meaning 'virginal' or

Vinicio

Italy · Vine grower

Ignacius

African · A African name

Vincint

Italy · to conquer

Invictus

English · A meaningful name

Dimitrius

Greece · Dedicated to Demeter

Vincenzo

Italy · Conquering

Dmitrius

Russia · of Demeter, the

How is Vinicius written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Vinicius

What does the name Vinicius mean?

Vinicius means "Conquering" — a name rooted in Portuguese tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Vinicius?

Vinicius is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Vinicius have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Vinicius?

Vinicius originates from Portuguese tradition. Portuguese names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Vinicius?

Vinicius pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Portuguese heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Vinicius trending right now?

Vinicius is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.