Vivian Parrish

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Vivian Parrish — Latin
183K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Vivian Parrish is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Vivian is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Vivian (and variants such as Vivien and Vivienne) is a given name, and less often a surname, derived from a Latin name of the Roman Empire period, masculine Vivianus and feminine Viviana, which survived into modern use because it is the name of two early Christian female martyrs as well as of a male saint and bishop. The Latin name Vivianus is recorded from the 1st century. It is ultimately related to the adjective vivus "alive", but it is formed from the compound form vivi- and the adjectival -ānus suffix used to form cognomina. The surname Parrish: Alan K. Parrish, American professor of religious education and author Andy Parrish (born 1988), English footballer Anne Parrish (1888–1957), American novelist and children's author Anne Parrish (philanthropist) (1760–1800), American Quaker philanthropist Carolyn Parrish (born 1946), Canadian politician Celestia Susannah Parrish, (1853–1918) American psychologist and educator Charles H. Vivian is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 183K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Vivian reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Vivian

Latin

Vivian (and variants such as Vivien and Vivienne) is a given name, and less often a surname, derived from a Latin name of the Roman Empire period, masculine Vivianus and feminine Viviana, which survived into modern use because it is the name of two early Christian female martyrs as well as of a male saint and bishop. The Latin name Vivianus is recorded from the 1st century. It is ultimately related to the adjective vivus "alive", but it is formed from the compound form vivi- and the adjectival -ānus suffix used to form cognomina.

Surname: Parrish

English

Alan K. Parrish, American professor of religious education and author Andy Parrish (born 1988), English footballer Anne Parrish (1888–1957), American novelist and children's author Anne Parrish (philanthropist) (1760–1800), American Quaker philanthropist Carolyn Parrish (born 1946), Canadian politician Celestia Susannah Parrish, (1853–1918) American psychologist and educator Charles H.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Vivian is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Vivian by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Vivian Parrish

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Vivian Parrish:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Vivian?
The first name Vivian originates from Latin. Vivian (and variants such as Vivien and Vivienne) is a given name, and less often a surname, derived from a Latin name of the Roman Empire period, masculine Vivianus and feminine Viviana, which survived into modern use because it is the name of two early Christian female martyrs as well as of a male saint and bishop. The Latin name Vivianus is recorded from the 1st century. It is ultimately related to the adjective vivus "alive", but it is formed from the compound form vivi- and the adjectival -ānus suffix used to form cognomina.
When was Vivian most popular?
The name Vivian reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Parrish?
The surname Parrish originates from English. Alan K. Parrish, American professor of religious education and author Andy Parrish (born 1988), English footballer Anne Parrish (1888–1957), American novelist and children's author Anne Parrish (philanthropist) (1760–1800), American Quaker philanthropist Carolyn Parrish (born 1946), Canadian politician Celestia Susannah Parrish, (1853–1918) American psychologist and educator Charles H.
What are the origins of the name Vivian Parrish?
The name Vivian Parrish combines two different traditions: the first name Vivian has Latin roots, while the surname Parrish originates from English.
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