Vivian

Vivian is a Latin name derived from Vivianus, itself rooted in the Latin word vivus, meaning alive or living. It was borne by a fifth-century French bishop, Saint Vivianus of Saintes, which helped establish the name in medieval Europe. The name has traditionally been used for both males and females, though in modern English-speaking countries it is predominantly feminine. Related forms include Vivienne, Viviana, and the Welsh-influenced Vyvyan.