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Vienna

Girl name · 55 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Vienna: 55 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 11 births in 2025.

Vienna is a place name of Latin origin, derived from Vindobona, an ancient Celtic settlement whose name likely meant "white, fair" or "blessed." As a personal name, it directly references the Austrian capital, a city renowned for its music, art, and imperial history. While it hasn't been borne by many famous individuals, the name gained subtle cultural resonance through the 1980 song "Vienna" by Ultravox, and the place itself is indelibly linked to composers like Mozart and Strauss. One notable bearer is fashion model Vienna Girardi, while the name also shares its linguistic root with the river Vindobona. A further note: Vienna has seen a gentle rise in popularity across the English-speaking world, appreciated for its romantic, cosmopolitan sound and freedom from a single, dominant gender association.