Alive or full of life
Vianney is primarily used in honor of Saint John Vianney, the patron saint of parish priests. While it originated as a French surname, it has transitioned into a given name, particularly within Catholic communities. It is often associated with the Latin root 'vivianus', meaning alive or lively.
Less common today
Vianney isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,592 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
French parish priest and Catholic saint
Popular French singer-songwriter
