Viv

Latin

"life"

Viv Origin and Meaning

The name Viv is a girl's name.

Viv is a feminine name that functions as both a standalone name and a diminutive of Vivian, Vivienne, or Viviana. These names derive from the Latin "vivus" meaning "alive" or "lively." Viv embodies this meaning perfectly with its short, vibrant sound. The name's brevity gives it a modern, punchy quality while maintaining connections to its more traditional longer forms. Viv gained some recognition through notable bearers like British actress Vivien Leigh (who was sometimes called Viv) and more recently through characters in film and literature. As a standalone name, Viv remains relatively uncommon, giving it distinctiveness while still being recognizable and easy to pronounce across various cultures.

Famous People Named Viv

• Vivienne "Viv" Haigh Wood Eliot, English wife of poet T.S. Eliot
• Viviane Katrina Louise "Viv" Albertine British singer of punk group The Slits

The name Viv in Pop Culture

• Vivian "Aunt Viv" Banks character on TV's "The Fresh Prince of Bel,Air"
• "Tom & Viv " 1994 film about Vivienne "Viv" and T.S. Eliot
• Vivienne "Viv" Hope character on British soap "Emmerdale"
• Aviva "Viv" Newton character on Australian soap "Home and Away"
• Vivienne "Viv" Slater character on British soap "EastEnders"