Vivian is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #4275 in 2025 with 4 recorded births. This places Vivian in the bottom 30% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2020 with 5 births ranking #3334. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 67,984 boys born was named Vivian. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Vivian is a polished classic meaning 'alive' or 'lively'. It feels elegant, intelligent, and quietly dynamic.
The name has been used for centuries in several forms and regained modern appeal because it sounds vintage yet brisk. Its life-root meaning gives it particular energy.