Vika Girl

Popularity: · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationVEE-kah / ˈviː.kə

Slavic; Sanskrit

Meaning

Slavic: victory; Sanskrit: knowledge

Historical & Cultural Background

Vika is often considered a diminutive of the name Viktoria, which is derived from the Latin word 'victoria,' meaning victory. In Slavic cultures, it is commonly used as a standalone name. The name has gained popularity in various regions, particularly in Eastern Europe. In some contexts, Vika can also be associated with the Sanskrit word for knowledge, adding a layer of depth to its meaning.

Trend Summary

Vika has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, particularly in Slavic-speaking countries.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Vika
  • Viky

International Variants

  • Viktoria (German); Vika (Russian); Vika (Ukrainian)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Vika was first seen in the United States in 1977. Vika has ranked as high as #1410 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Vika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Vika (1985)

StateBirthsShare
CA 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19775
19857
19915
19925
19965
20036
20045
20058
20067
20086
20096
20119
20126
20137
20148
20159
201613
20175
20186
201912
20227
20235