Viki Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationVEE-kee / ˈviːkiHungarian; Slavic
Meaning
Hungarian: victory; Slavic: derived from the name Vika, a diminutive of Victoria.
Historical & Cultural Background
Viki is often considered a diminutive form of the name Victoria, which has Latin origins meaning 'victory'. In Hungarian culture, it is a popular name for girls. The name has also gained traction in Slavic countries, where it is used as a standalone name or as a diminutive. Its cheerful sound and positive meaning contribute to its appeal across various cultures.
Trend Summary
Viki has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vicky
- Vika
International Variants
- Vika (Slavic)
- Viktoria (German)
- Viktorija (Lithuanian)
Famous people named Viki
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Viki was first seen in the United States in 1939. Viki has ranked as high as #1033 nationally, which occurred in 1958, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, New York, Ohio, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Viki has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Viki (1974)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1939 | 7 |
1941 | 7 |
1942 | 17 |
1943 | 17 |
1944 | 22 |
1945 | 24 |
1946 | 30 |
1947 | 51 |
1948 | 40 |
1949 | 54 |
1950 | 66 |
1951 | 54 |
1952 | 77 |
1953 | 62 |
1954 | 85 |
1955 | 79 |
1956 | 81 |
1957 | 71 |
1958 | 87 |
1959 | 65 |
1960 | 59 |
1961 | 69 |
1962 | 55 |
1963 | 38 |
1964 | 49 |
1965 | 33 |
1966 | 28 |
1967 | 29 |
1968 | 48 |
1969 | 46 |
1970 | 41 |
1971 | 38 |
1972 | 27 |
1973 | 23 |
1974 | 25 |
1975 | 21 |
1976 | 18 |
1977 | 13 |
1978 | 21 |
1979 | 8 |
1980 | 12 |
1981 | 6 |
1982 | 5 |
1984 | 8 |
1985 | 9 |
1986 | 12 |
1990 | 5 |
1991 | 7 |
1992 | 6 |
1994 | 5 |
1995 | 5 |
1996 | 5 |
1997 | 7 |
2000 | 8 |
2002 | 7 |
2005 | 8 |
2007 | 5 |
2008 | 5 |
2011 | 7 |