Girl · 188th of 12,526
Vicky
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
53,947
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1957
Peak Popularity Year
2,965
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Vicky stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Vicky originates from the Latin name Victoria, which means victory. The name evolved from its Latin roots through various forms before becoming popular as a diminutive in English. It is associated with positive traits such as friendliness and approachability, and does not have a biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈvɪki/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Vicky is derived from the name Victoria, which comes from the Latin word 'victoria,' meaning 'victory.'
Meaning
victory
Language Evolution
Victoria (Latin), Viktoria (Latinized variant), Vicky (English diminutive)
Historical Usage
Vicky gained popularity as a diminutive form of Victoria in the 19th century, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Victoria, Vikky, Vickie, Vick
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Vicky is viewed as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and vivacity.
Famous People
Vicky Pattison - English television personality, Vicky Beeching - British Christian singer-songwriter, Vicky McClure - English actress
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,965 peak births in 1957
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Iowa
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 11 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4679th of 6773 | 32 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2044th of 7552 | 293 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5057th of 10718 | 65 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9449th of 16616 | 38 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 19652nd of 24088 | 12 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2622nd of 9107 | 207 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 623rd of 9204 | 2,291 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 188th of 12526 | 34,795 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 361st of 19264 | 10,637 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 954th of 27321 | 2,945 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1664th of 35406 | 1,933 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2902nd of 30306 | 699 |