Vivienne is a feminine given name of French origin and meaning "full of life". It is derived from the Latin word "vivus", which means "living" or "alive". Vivienne was a popular name in France during the Middle Ages, particularly among the nobility.
The earliest known use of the name Vivienne was in France during the 12th century. It was often used as a feminine form of the masculine name Vivian, which itself was derived from the Latin word for "living". Over time, Vivienne became more commonly used as an independent name rather than simply a feminine form of Vivian.
In English-speaking countries, Vivienne began to gain popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is considered a classic yet timeless name that continues to be beloved by parents around the world. Some famous individuals with the name Vivienne include French fashion designer Vivienne Westwood, Australian actress Vivienne Paradise, and American poet and writer Vivienne Kelly.
The name Vivienne experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years. In its early years of record (1895-1927), it was quite rare, with annual births ranging from a low of 5 to a high of 16. However, starting around 1930, there's a noticeable decline in its usage, with fewer than 40 births per year until the late 1980s.
Beginning in the 1990s, Vivienne started to gain traction again, slowly but steadily increasing in popularity over time. This trend continued into the new millennium, with a sharp rise in popularity starting around 2007. Between 2007 and 2023, the name Vivienne saw significant growth, reaching a peak of 1283 births in 2023.
Over the entire period from 1895 to 2023, there were a total of 20485 births registered with the name Vivienne.