Vinca
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- Name
- Vinca
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- Girl name
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Vinca is a feminine first name used in Italy as a short form of Vincenta. Vincenta is the feminine form of the name Vinzenz or Vincent, which has its roots in the Roman Vincentius. The meaning of the name can be translated as 'the victor' or 'the winning one'.
What does the name Vinca mean?
The first name Vinca, of feminine origin, is regarded as an Italian short form of Vincenta, which is a variant of the name Vinzenz or Vincent, tracing back to the Roman Vincentius. The name can be literally translated as 'the victor' or 'the winning one'. In a religious context, it is occasionally interpreted as 'the one who conquers the suffering of the world'. The Latin root vincēre stands for 'to win'. Additionally, there is a plant named Vinca, notable for its five-petaled, blue to purple flowers, known in German as 'little periwinkle'. The name gained recognition through the veneration of Saint Vincent of Saragossa, who is considered the patron saint of Lisbon and Valencia. Other variants of the name include Vinka, Vincenza, Vincentia, Vincetta, Vincenzina, Vinzenzia, Vinzentia, and Vinzentine.
Where does the name Vinca come from?
Vinca has its roots in Latin and means 'the victor'. The Latin terms vincēre, meaning 'to win', as well as vincio, meaning 'to bind', or vinca, meaning 'periwinkle', are relevant here. The name is primarily common in Italian.
How do you pronounce Vinca?
Vin-kah
When is the name day of Vinca?
The name days for Vinca are celebrated on January 22, May 10, and November 11.
Popularity
In Germany, Vinca is considered a rare first name. In 2018, it ranked 4,078th on the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, Vinca ranks 11,574th. The global popularity and frequency of the name are reflected in its rankings in various countries over recent years.
Nicknames & pet names
Vica / Vince / Vinci / Vini
Similar first names
Frequently asked questions about the name Vinca
What does the name Vinca mean?
Vinca comes from Latin and literally means 'the victor'. The name traces back to the Roman Vincentius and is often associated with overcoming suffering.
Where does the name Vinca come from?
Vinca has its roots in Latin and is an Italian short form of Vincenta, which in turn is a variant of the name Vinzenz. The name is primarily common in Italy.
How popular is the name Vinca?
The popularity of the name Vinca is currently quite low; however, it is gaining increasing attention in certain regions and among specific name enthusiasts.