885 Vibrant Baby Names Starting With V

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As you embark on this delightful quest to choose the perfect name for your baby, consider the charm and character that baby names that start with V can bring into your life. Whether you’re drawn to classical elegance or modern creativity, names starting with V offer options that can perfectly capture your aspirations for your little one.

The letter V stands tall and sleek and is the 22nd letter of the English alphabet. It may be one of the least commonly used letters in English, but it commands respect, being the only letter in English that is always pronounced. In biblical contexts, the letter V carries considerable symbolic weight, embodying virtues such as victory, valor, and virtue. Additionally, in biblical numerology, V corresponds to the number five, a figure often linked to divine grace and favor extended to humanity (1).

Names beginning with the letter V have a unique charm about them. For those who appreciate timeless grace, names like Victoria and Vincent immediately come to mind. The Latin feminine name Victoria, meaning ‘victory,’ has consistently ranked among the top 100 US names for decades, thanks to its regal association with Queen Victoria (2). The Latin-origin masculine name Vincent, meaning ‘to conquer,’ has remained in the top 150 US names for decades (2). If you lean towards less conventional but captivating names, options such as Vivienne and Vaughn might pique your interest. Beyond their meanings and origins, names starting with V often possess a lyrical quality that makes them a joy to pronounce and hear. Dive into the world of names starting with V, and choose one that will be celebrated for years to come.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Violet	Girl	Purple; Purple flower
Victoria	Girl	Victory; Roman goddess of victory
Valentina	Girl	Strong; Vigourous; Healthy
Vincent	Boy	Conquering
Valerie	Girl	To be strong, brave, and healthy
Valeria	Girl	To be strong or brave
Victor	Boy	Winner or conqueror
Vera	Girl	Faith; Summer; Valor; Foreign
Vanessa	Girl	Butterfly
Vivienne	Girl	Alive; Life

Viviana	Girl	One who is lively
Veronica	Girl	She who brings victory; True image
Virginia	Girl	A virgin; Maid
Valentino	Boy	Brave; Strong
Vincenzo	Boy	To conquer
Vicente	Boy	Conquering
Vihaan	Boy	Dawn; Morning
Vienna	Girl	The capital of Austria; Forest stream
Vada	Girl	Famous ruler; Snow-capped; High cliff; Evening; Knowledge
Veda	Girl	Knowledge; Wisdom

Violeta	Girl	Violet; The violet flower
Vance	Boy	Marshland; Fen
Vida	Unisex	Life; Visible; To see; Intelligent; Property; Wealth
Violette	Girl	Violet; Purple flower
Vayda	Unisex	High cliff; Snow-capped; Promise; Knowledge; Rule; Ruler
Veer	Boy	A brave person; Hero; Warrior; To be powerful or valiant; To make a heroic effort; Faith; True
Viola	Unisex	Violet; A flowering plant
Vivianna	Unisex	Alive; Full of life
Viaan	Boy	Full of life and energy
Viktor	Boy	Victor; Conqueror

Vivien	Unisex	Alive; Full of life
Viraj	Girl	Radiant; Bright; Regal; King; Ruling far and wide
Valencia	Unisex	Strength; Vigor
Vernon	Boy	Land of alder trees
Vladimir	Girl	A great and famous ruler; Peace; World
Vivianne	Girl	Alive; Full of life
Vince	Boy	Conquering; To conquer
Violetta	Unisex	Violet; A flowering plant
Virgil	Girl	Pure as a lily; Maiden; Staff bearer
Vivaan	Boy	Full of life; Twisting; Rays of the morning sun

Vito	Boy	Life; Lord of the world; Master of peace
Verity	Girl	Truth
Valentine	Unisex	Strong; Vigorous; Healthy
Viggo	Boy	Warlike; Fighter; One who lies in a cradle
Vedant	Boy	One who has complete knowledge of the Vedas
Von	Unisex	Hope; Expectation; Yahweh is gracious; Little
Vanya	Girl	Gracious gift of God
Venus	Unisex	Love; Sexual desire
Vicky	Unisex	Victory; Conqueror
Vania	Unisex	God is gracious

Vander	Unisex	Good man; Belongs
Vedansh	Boy	Part of the Vedas
Valkyrie	Unisex	Chooser of the slain
Vianey	Unisex	Alive; Lively
Vianney	Unisex	Alive; Favor; Grace; Violet
Vanellope	Girl	Vanilla face
Viktoria	Girl	Victory
Virat	Boy	Huge; Grand; Magnificent; Pure; Clean
Veronika	Girl	She who brings victory; True image
Vidal	Boy	Life; Vitality

Vale	Unisex	Wide river valley
Vianna	Unisex	Alive; Lively
Vinny	Unisex	To conquer
Vail	Unisex	Valley
Victory	Unisex	To conquer
Vihan	Boy	Morning; Dawn
Viraaj	Girl	Radiant; Bright; Regal; King; Ruling far and wide
Vaeda	Unisex	Wisdom; Knowledge
Valente	Boy	Valiant; Strong
Valarie	Unisex	Strength; Spiritual purpose

Vittoria	Girl	Victory; Conqueror
Varun	Boy	To surround; God of water and the oceans
Vikram	Boy	Stride; Pace; Valor
Viana	Girl	Alive; Lively; Favor; Grace; Violet
Vansh	Unisex	Descendant or lineage
Vita	Girl	Life; Victory
Vedanth	Boy	One who has complete knowledge of the Vedas
Vian	Unisex	Full of life; Alive; Eighth
Vedh	Unisex	Sacred knowledge; Wisdom; Quake
Vincente	Boy	To conquer; Prevailing

Vyom	Boy	Sky; Space; To fly or soar
Viha	Girl	Heaven; The sky; Air
Venice	Unisex	Italian place name; City of canals
Vaida	Girl	To rule; Snow-capped; To appear; To ghost; To haunt; Knowledge
Valerio	Boy	To be strong
Vittorio	Boy	Victorious; Conqueror
Vega	Unisex	Meadow; Plain; Swooping eagle; Speed; Velocity; Quickness; Momentum; Dweller in the meadow; One who lives on the plain
Veyda	Girl	Knowledge; Power; Rule
Via	Girl	Path; Warrior; Wide
Vivan	Unisex	Life; Plaiting; Twisting; Alive; Bright in battle

Vlad	Boy	Rule; Control
Viyaan	Boy	Full of life
Vann	Unisex	Humble; Cou
Varian	Unisex	Variable; Versatile; Oxherd
Vamika	Girl	Goddess Parvati; The one who presides on the left
Verena	Girl	True; Victorious
Vihana	Unisex	Morning; Dawn
Veera	Unisex	A strong and brave person; Faith
Vy	Unisex	Fern
Vaanya	Girl	Forest; A multitude of groves and woods; Wild

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Baby names that start with V are a captivating blend of elegance, strength, and uniqueness. When choosing your baby's name, consider the numerous and meaningful options that V names offer. These names represent different cultures, religions, languages, and countries, and each name has a unique story and potential to influence your child's identity. So, find the perfect name that celebrates the new life you are welcoming.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What boy's name, starting with V, is also the name of a god?

Several gods from different cultures have names starting with the letter V. This includes Lord Vishnu, a central figure in the Hindu trinity and one of Hinduism's principal deities. Vayu is the Hindu god of the wind, while Varuna is the god of the oceans and water. In Roman mythology, Vulcan is the god of fire.

2. Are there any nature-inspired names beginning with the letter V?

Yes. Several V-letter names draw inspiration from nature. For instance, the feminine name Violet refers to the flower Violet. The Armenian masculine name Vardan means 'rose,' while the Latin unisex name Vesper translates to ‘evening star.’

Infographic: Baby Names Starting With V

Baby names starting with V offer a glimpse into both classic elegance and modern charm. Names like Victoria evoke regal sophistication, while Vincent exudes strength. Whether inspired by literary heroes or timeless virtues, baby names beginning with V are a delightful choice for your newborn. Embrace the allure of these names from our infographic.

baby names that start with v (infographic)

References

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The Sacred Significance of the Letter V in the Bible.
https://johnbaptistchurch.org/biblical-meaning-objects/letter-v
Baby Names.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/

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