Victor Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVIK-tor / /ˈvɪk.tər/Latin; French
Meaning
Latin: conqueror; French: victor
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Victor originates from the Latin word 'victor', meaning 'conqueror' or 'winner'. It has been used since the early Christian era, often associated with saints and martyrs. The name gained popularity in various European cultures, particularly in France and Italy, during the Middle Ages. It has remained a classic name throughout history, often symbolizing triumph and success.
Trend Summary
Victor has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, remaining a classic choice with a steady presence.
Similar Names
Variants
- Viktor
- Viktoria
International Variants
- Vittorio (Italian)
- Viktor (Hungarian)
- Vítor (Portuguese)
- Viktor (Russian)
Famous people named Victor
Victor Hugo was a French novelist and playwright, best known for works such as 'Les Misérables' and 'The Hunchback of Notre-Dame'.
Victor Vasarely was a Hungarian-French artist, widely regarded as the father of the Op Art movement.
Victor Borge was a Danish-American comedian, conductor, and pianist, known for his unique blend of music and comedy.
Victor Mature was an American actor, famous for his roles in classic films such as 'The Robe' and 'Samson and Delilah'.
Fictional characters named Victor
Victor Frankenstein is a character in Mary Shelley's novel 'Frankenstein', known for creating a living being from dead matter.
Victor Sullivan is a character in the video game series 'Uncharted', serving as a mentor and father figure to the protagonist Nathan Drake.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Victor was first seen in the United States in 1880. Victor has ranked as high as #154 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Victor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Victor (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 306 | |
TX | 288 | |
FL | 113 | |
NY | 83 | |
GA | 59 | |
AZ | 57 | |
IL | 52 | |
OH | 48 | |
WA | 48 | |
IN | 38 | |
NC | 37 | |
PA | 37 | |
TN | 37 | |
VA | 32 | |
MA | 27 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 100 |
1881 | 110 |
1882 | 109 |
1883 | 99 |
1884 | 124 |
1885 | 143 |
1886 | 146 |
1887 | 119 |
1888 | 134 |
1889 | 158 |
1890 | 138 |
1891 | 154 |
1892 | 200 |
1893 | 172 |
1894 | 180 |
1895 | 196 |
1896 | 201 |
1897 | 190 |
1898 | 205 |
1899 | 175 |
1900 | 269 |
1901 | 169 |
1902 | 205 |
1903 | 196 |
1904 | 218 |
1905 | 268 |
1906 | 249 |
1907 | 245 |
1908 | 308 |
1909 | 320 |
1910 | 372 |
1911 | 493 |
1912 | 989 |
1913 | 1,177 |
1914 | 1,559 |
1915 | 2,211 |
1916 | 2,215 |
1917 | 2,207 |
1918 | 3,183 |
1919 | 2,751 |
1920 | 2,349 |
1921 | 2,407 |
1922 | 2,322 |
1923 | 2,226 |
1924 | 2,189 |
1925 | 2,119 |
1926 | 2,016 |
1927 | 1,983 |
1928 | 1,946 |
1929 | 1,941 |
1930 | 1,844 |
1931 | 1,623 |
1932 | 1,612 |
1933 | 1,431 |
1934 | 1,420 |
1935 | 1,545 |
1936 | 1,517 |
1937 | 1,542 |
1938 | 1,561 |
1939 | 1,475 |
1940 | 1,567 |
1941 | 1,667 |
1942 | 2,395 |
1943 | 2,616 |
1944 | 2,162 |
1945 | 2,631 |
1946 | 2,130 |
1947 | 2,355 |
1948 | 2,478 |
1949 | 2,519 |
1950 | 2,713 |
1951 | 2,733 |
1952 | 2,995 |
1953 | 3,100 |
1954 | 3,367 |
1955 | 3,435 |
1956 | 3,907 |
1957 | 4,081 |
1958 | 3,738 |
1959 | 3,817 |
1960 | 4,187 |
1961 | 4,299 |
1962 | 4,209 |
1963 | 4,055 |
1964 | 3,945 |
1965 | 3,683 |
1966 | 3,267 |
1967 | 3,195 |
1968 | 2,942 |
1969 | 3,042 |
1970 | 3,087 |
1971 | 2,888 |
1972 | 2,619 |
1973 | 2,578 |
1974 | 2,623 |
1975 | 2,679 |
1976 | 2,527 |
1977 | 2,550 |
1978 | 2,549 |
1979 | 2,634 |
1980 | 2,823 |
1981 | 2,842 |
1982 | 3,002 |
1983 | 2,970 |
1984 | 3,177 |
1985 | 3,342 |
1986 | 3,293 |
1987 | 3,307 |
1988 | 3,629 |
1989 | 3,905 |
1990 | 4,445 |
1991 | 4,335 |
1992 | 4,292 |
1993 | 4,207 |
1994 | 4,055 |
1995 | 4,096 |
1996 | 3,924 |
1997 | 3,701 |
1998 | 3,997 |
1999 | 4,016 |
2000 | 4,053 |
2001 | 3,921 |
2002 | 3,935 |
2003 | 4,436 |
2004 | 4,289 |
2005 | 4,140 |
2006 | 4,312 |
2007 | 4,274 |
2008 | 3,781 |
2009 | 3,544 |
2010 | 3,180 |
2011 | 2,893 |
2012 | 2,873 |
2013 | 2,731 |
2014 | 2,689 |
2015 | 2,573 |
2016 | 2,461 |
2017 | 2,409 |
2018 | 2,224 |
2019 | 2,104 |
2020 | 1,904 |
2021 | 1,816 |
2022 | 1,770 |
2023 | 1,696 |
2024 | 1,674 |