At a glance
- In short
- Viper, a gender-neutral name with Latin origins meaning venomous snake, offers a unique, edgy choice for parents.
- U.S. rank 2025 (boys)
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2014 (#12,108)
- Babies in 2014 (boys)
- 5 (<0.01% of boys)
- As a girl name
- Last recorded 2023 (#15,194)
- First recorded
- 2014 (as a boy name; 2023 as a girl name)
Meaning of Viper
The name Viper, pronounced VY-pur (/ˈvaɪpər/), is a striking and unconventional choice that can be used for any gender. Deriving from the Latin word "vipera," which means snake, specifically a venomous one, this name carries with it a sense of danger and edginess. Its only known variation is "Vipera." Although not common, Viper has been used sparingly in the United States; for instance, in 2014, it was given to 5 newborns and ranked at 12,103 in popularity. The name might appeal to parents seeking a distinctive name with a strong and potentially powerful connotation.
How to pronounce Viper
- Pronounced VY-pur /ˈvaɪpər/
Popularity of Viper in the U.S.
Viper appears in the records for the U.S. only in 2014, ranked #12,108 with 5 babies. It first appears in the records in 2014. As a girl name it was last recorded in 2023, at #15,194.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale)
Boys year by year, 2014 1 row
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 | 12,108 | new |
Girls year by year, 2023 1 row
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 15,194 | new |
Notable people named Viper
- Lee Arthur Carter, known as Viper, is an American rapper, producer, actor, and pioneer of cloud rap.
- Stephanie Patricia Green, known as Viper, was an American adult film actress who co-founded Fans of X-Rated Entertainment.