Names/Vyvyan/Vyvyan Holland
Arts & LiteratureBritish1886 – 1967

Vyvyan Holland

Author, translator, Oscar Wilde's son

Biography

British writer and son of Oscar Wilde, known for his literary works and translations. He authored several novels and contributed significantly to 20th-century literature.

Quick Facts
Category

Arts & Literature

Nationality

British

Born

1886

Died

1967

Thinking about the name

Vyvyan

English origin

A variant spelling of Vivian derived from Latin 'vivus' (alive), Vyvyan has a literary and theatrical quality. The y-heavy spelling gives this classic name a bohemian, artistic character. It appeals to parents drawn to vintage-artistic aesthetics who appreciate unconventional spellings that feel intentional and distinctive.

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