Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Victor is derived from the Latin word for 'conqueror' and has evolved through various languages. It carries a strong meaning of victory and has biblical ties through its association with saints. The name has been consistently popular, especially in Christian contexts, and is viewed positively in modern times. Notable figures with this name include authors, actors, and artists.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈvɪktər/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Victor comes from the Latin word 'victor', which means 'conqueror' or 'winner'. It was used in ancient Rome and has been a popular name in Christian contexts due to its association with victory in faith.
Meaning
conqueror, winner
Language Evolution
Victorius (Latin), Victor (Old French), Victor (English)
Historical Usage
The name Victor gained popularity in the early Christian era, particularly among saints and martyrs, and has remained a common name in various cultures ever since.
Variants & Derivatives
Viktor, Vic, Vicky
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Victor is perceived as a strong and classic name, often associated with success and leadership.
Famous People
Victor Hugo, Victor Borge, Victor Vasnetsov, Victor Mature
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,472 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 83rd of 7545 | 36,946 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 111th of 6773 | 32,495 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 107th of 7552 | 64,063 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 110th of 10718 | 45,686 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 90th of 16616 | 58,821 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 108th of 24088 | 61,345 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 175th of 23106 | 26,051 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2368th of 9107 | 248 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2676th of 9204 | 201 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2850th of 12526 | 314 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2866th of 19264 | 403 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3394th of 27321 | 476 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10385th of 35406 | 149 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22988th of 30306 | 16 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
5.01% 71st/1416 |
4.64% 64th/1379 |
6.04% 143rd/2366 |
5.34% 61st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
6.99% 108th/1546 |
4.69% 73rd/1556 |
6.88% 162nd/2353 |
5.49% 85th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
5.52% 123rd/2227 |
3.54% 86th/2430 |
3.82% 109th/2853 |
3.24% 90th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
5.04% 148th/2937 |
2.27% 79th/3483 |
3.18% 112th/3518 |
1.85% 75th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
4.04% 149th/3685 |
2.10% 94th/4475 |
1.81% 94th/5194 |
0.98% 62nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
3.67% 168th/4582 |
2.30% 119th/5164 |
1.52% 111th/7313 |
0.99% 74th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
5.95% 237th/3984 |
4.48% 201st/4487 |
2.64% 180th/6822 |
2.17% 136th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
87.41% 2124th/2430 |
76.38% 2179th/2853 |
74.20% 2059th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
67.70% 2358th/3483 |
69.41% 2442nd/3518 |
49.16% 1988th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
55.58% 2887th/5194 |
29.95% 1892nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
72.81% 5434th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in California across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 83rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 111th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 107th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 110th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 90th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 108th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 175th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2368th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2676th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2850th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2866th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3394th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10385th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22988th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.