Vinicius is of Latin origin, meaning "conquering." It is derived from the Roman gens Vinicia, which was an ancient patrician family. The name gained prominence in Brazil due to Brazilian poet and diplomat Vinicius de Moraes, born on October 19, 1913. He was a prominent figure in Brazilian music and literature, known for his collaborations with Tom Jobim in creating the Bossa Nova genre. Today, Vinicius is considered one of the most popular boys' names in Brazil.
"Vinicius experienced peak popularity from 2002 to 2006 with over 20 births per year each year, reaching a high of 22 births in both 2008 and 2022. However, the name's usage has been steadily declining since 2014, with only 7 births recorded in 2015 and 2020."