Boy Names That Start with V

V names for boys are relatively rare, which is part of their appeal, since they stand out without feeling invented. Many come from Latin and carry a sense of strength. Victor means conqueror, and Viktor is its spelling in several Central and Eastern European languages. Vincent comes from a Latin word meaning conquering, with Vicente as its Spanish form and Vincenzo as its Italian one, while Vince is a friendly short form. Valentino and Valentin come from a Latin word meaning strong or healthy and are linked to the saint whose feast day in February is tied to romance.

The letter also has roots in other parts of the world. Vladimir is a Slavic name built from words for rule and peace or world. Vihaan, Vivaan and Veer are names popular in Indian families, with Veer meaning brave in Hindi. Van began as a Dutch word meaning from, found in many surnames, while Vance and Vaughn are English and Welsh surnames.

The v sound is buzzy and distinctive, so these names tend to be remembered easily. Think about pronunciation in the languages your family speaks, since in Spanish the letter v is often pronounced close to a soft b. Longer names such as Valentino and Vincenzo carry a romantic, European style.