Vincente

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Name
Vincente
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
3

Vincente is a form of the name Vinzenz that is common in Italy, Spain, and Portugal. It means 'the victorious' or 'the conqueror' and derives from the original name Vincentius, which in turn goes back to the Latin word vincens for 'victorious'. Additionally, Vincente also stands for 'winner' in Italian.

What does the name Vincente mean?

Vincente is an Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese variant of the name Vinzenz and carries the meaning 'the victorious' or 'the conqueror'. It derives from the original name Vincentius and the Latin term vincens, which means 'victorious'. In this language family, the form Vicente also exists, as well as the Italian variant Vincenzo. The feminine counterpart is Vincentia. In German-speaking areas, the variants Vincent, Vincenz, Vinzent, and Vinzenz are particularly common. Internationally, there are also names like Vince, Vin, and Vinnie (English), Bence (Hungarian), and Wincenty (Polish).

Where does the name Vincente come from?

Vincente is a masculine first name of Latin origin and means 'the victorious' or 'the conqueror'. The Latin

How do you pronounce Vincente?

The pronunciation of Vincente is three syllables and fluid. It is pronounced as 'Vin-cen-te' [vinˈsɛnte], which creates a clear and calm sound due to the even syllable distribution. The ending '-te' gives the name a gentle and open finish, making it sound harmonious. Vincente thus conveys a friendly and melodious impression that is balanced, soft, and elegant.

When is the name day of Vincente?

The name day of Vincente is celebrated on January 22, April 5, May 24, June 9, and September 27.

Popularity

In Germany, Vincente is a relatively rare name. In 2023, it ranked 5,488th among the most common names for boys. Its best placement was in 2019 at 3,920th. Over the last ten years, Vincente has been chosen as a first name about 20 times, placing it 5,448th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 6,518th.

Famous people

  • Liborio Vincente Sanchez Ledesma (footballer from Mexico)
  • Vincente Arze (football player from Bolivia)
  • Vincente de Teba Költerhoff (rapper)
  • Vincente Escobedo (boxer from America)
  • Vincente Gaos (French writer)
  • Vincente Italo Feola (footballer from Brazil)
  • Vincente Minnelli (film director from the USA)
  • Vincente P. Hizon (Filipino basketball player)
  • Vincente Requena (artist from Spain)
  • Vincente Romero (English footballer)

Frequently asked questions about the name Vincente

What does the name Vincente mean?

Vincente means 'the victorious' or 'the conqueror' and is a variant of the name Vinzenz, which derives from the Latin word vincens.

Where does the name Vincente come from?

The name has its origins in Latin and is common in the Romance languages Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese.

How popular is the name Vincente?

The popularity of Vincente varies by region, but it is particularly popular in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries.

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