Viktor Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVIK-tor / ˈvɪk.tərSlavic; Latin
Meaning
Slavic: victor; Latin: conqueror
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Viktor has Slavic roots, commonly associated with victory and triumph. It has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, partly due to notable figures in politics and the arts. In Latin, it is derived from 'victor', which also means conqueror.
Trend Summary
The name Viktor has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Victor
- Viktor
International Variants
- Viktor (Hungarian)
- Viktor (Russian)
- Vittorio (Italian)
- Viktor (Czech)
- Viktor (Slovak)
Famous people named Viktor
Viktor Hugo was a French writer known for his novels such as 'Les Misérables' and 'The Hunchback of Notre-Dame'.
Viktor Frankl was an Austrian neurologist and psychiatrist, best known for his book 'Man's Search for Meaning'.
Viktor Orban is a Hungarian politician who has served as the Prime Minister of Hungary since 2010.
Viktor Tsoi was a Soviet rock musician and leader of the band Kino, influential in the Russian rock scene.
Fictional characters named Viktor
Viktor is a character in the video game series 'League of Legends', known for his role as a powerful mage.
Viktor Frankenstein is the protagonist in Mary Shelley's novel 'Frankenstein', known for creating a living being from dead matter.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Viktor was first seen in the United States in 1953. Viktor has ranked as high as #1200 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Viktor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Viktor (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 17 | |
| CA | 15 | |
| IL | 15 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| UT | 5 | |
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 27 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 35 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 37 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 48 |
| 2004 | 76 |
| 2005 | 90 |
| 2006 | 92 |
| 2007 | 102 |
| 2008 | 109 |
| 2009 | 119 |
| 2010 | 146 |
| 2011 | 151 |
| 2012 | 125 |
| 2013 | 126 |
| 2014 | 163 |
| 2015 | 146 |
| 2016 | 162 |
| 2017 | 168 |
| 2018 | 179 |
| 2019 | 152 |
| 2020 | 115 |
| 2021 | 140 |
| 2022 | 163 |
| 2023 | 149 |
| 2024 | 154 |