Vicente
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Conquering, prevailing, victorious
Origin: Spanish/Portuguese
Popularity: Ranked #589 in 2025 with 498 babies born.
History: Vicente surged in the 2000s-2010s as a Spanish form of Vincent. Vicente Fernández was the king of ranchera music — his death in 2021 shook the Mexican-American world. 'Chente' was beloved across generations. Vicente represents the deep Mexican musical tradition that is fundamental to American culture.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Vicente? About 1 in 6,684 babies born in 2025 were named Vicente, or roughly 1.4 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Vicente
What does the name Vicente mean?
Vicente means “Conquering, prevailing, victorious” from Spanish/Portuguese roots.
What is the origin of the name Vicente?
Vicente has Spanish/Portuguese origin. The traditional meaning is “Conquering, prevailing, victorious”.
How popular is Vicente?
Vicente ranked #589 in 2025 — given to 498 babies that year.
When was Vicente most popular?
Vicente peaked in 2025 with 498 babies registered that year.
Is Vicente a boy or girl name?
Vicente is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Vicentes in registered births are male.
Is the name Vicente rising or falling in popularity?
Vicente has risen 177 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #766 in 2020 to #589 in 2025.
How long has Vicente been recorded?
Vicente appears in birth records across 136 years — from 1882 through 2025.