vivan

Vivan is a term that appears in different contexts as both a verb form in Spanish and as a personal name in various cultures. In linguistic use, it functions as a grammatical form rather than a standalone meaning.

In Spanish, vivan is the third-person plural present subjunctive of the verb vivir (to live). It is used to express wishes, hopes, or exhortations and can appear in celebratory or ceremonial phrases such as ¡Vivan los novios! or ¡Vivan las fiestas!. While commonly found in subordinate clauses, the form also appears in exclamatory or ceremonial contexts as a stand-alone expression of good wishes.

As a proper noun, Vivan is found as a given name and, less commonly, as a surname in multiple cultural contexts. It is often treated as a variant of Vivian or as an independent name influenced by related forms such as Vivaan or Viwan. When used as a name, it is commonly linked to the meaning associated with life or liveliness, drawn from the same linguistic root as Vivian/Vivianus (Latin vivus).

Variations and related forms include Vivian, Vivaan, and Viwan, among others. The usage and spelling of Vivan can reflect language, regional naming traditions, and personal preference.