Victoria Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationvik-TOR-ee-uh / vɪkˈtɔːriəLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: victory; English: victorious
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Victoria is derived from the Latin word 'victoria,' meaning victory. It has been used as a feminine name since the Roman Empire. In the 19th century, it gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly due to Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. Although traditionally feminine, it has been used for boys in modern contexts, reflecting changing naming conventions.
Trend Summary
The name Victoria has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often associated with feminine usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Viktor
- Viktoria
International Variants
- Vittoria (Italian)
- Viktorija (Lithuanian)
- Viktor (Slavic)
Famous people named Victoria
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Fictional characters named Victoria
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Victoria was first seen in the United States in 1916. Victoria has ranked as high as #1140 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Victoria has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Victoria (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 12 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 16 |
| 1966 | 19 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 38 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 56 |
| 1990 | 37 |
| 1991 | 35 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 42 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2024 | 9 |