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Origin and Meaning of the Name Vivien

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Origin:	Latin
Meaning:	Alive


Origin:	French
Meaning:	Alive


Pronunciation:	(VIH vee en) [Guide]

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Vivianus

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Miscellaneous Info for Vivien

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Mythological Names, French Names, Movie Star Names

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English and French speaking countries

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Vivien is the Old French masculine form of Vivian.

Vivien was a hero of several French Medieval tales, the model of the young Christian warrior, dying for his faith.

Legendary actress, Vivien Leigh, played Scarlett O'Hara in "Gone With the Wind" and is a famous bearer of the name.