Vivian
alive, living (Latin)
Vivian is a english / other girl name in the Philippines. PSA rank #169 (44,467 records), 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
alive, living (Latin)
Vivian originated from the Latin name Vivianus (from 'vivus', alive). Introduced to the Philippines largely through American influence and media in the 20th century, it has remained a staple classic feminine name across multiple generations.
Vivian derives from the Late Latin name Vivianus, based on 'vivus' meaning 'alive' or 'living'. It became established in the English-speaking world and was adopted in the Philippines during the American colonial period and 20th century.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to Viv, Vang, or Yan-yan in casual Filipino usage. Often used as a standalone first name or paired in compound names like Mary Vivian or Vivian Rose.
Related forms
- Viviana Spanish
- Viviane French
- Viviana Italian
Vivian with popular surnames
How the first name sits with a mother's maiden surname and father's surname.
About the name Vivian
How do I use Vivian with two Filipino surnames?
Vivian is the given name. The full name is Vivian + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Vivian a common girl name in the Philippines?
PSA rank #169 describes how often this given name appears in Philippine records — not whether it is a better name. Fit with both family surnames still matters more for the birth certificate.