Will my child share the name Vivek with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Vivek per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Vivek in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Vivek becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Vivek is declining: down 1,141 places since 2017, to #5,137 in 2025. It peaked at #755 in 1996.

Is Vivek a good choice for a distinctive name?

Vivek is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Vivek a popular baby name in the United States?

Vivek does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Vivek is a distinctive choice, ranked #5137 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Vivek in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Vivek

Vivek has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 174 places in five years. It was most popular in 1996 at #755 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1996.

Vivek is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Vivek in their class.