Girl · 856th of 19,264
Vikki
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
6,487
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1957
Peak Popularity Year
295
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Vikki stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Vikki is a diminutive of the name Victoria, which has Latin origins meaning 'victory'. The name has evolved through forms such as Victoria and Vicky before arriving at Vikki. It is often associated with friendliness and approachability. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈvɪki/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Vikki is a diminutive form of the name Victoria, which comes from the Latin word 'victoria', meaning 'victory'.
Meaning
victory
Language Evolution
Victoria, Vicky, Vikki
Historical Usage
Vikki gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a trendy diminutive of Victoria, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Vicky, Vicky, Vic, Tori
Modern Popularity & Image
Vikki is often perceived as a friendly and approachable name, popular among younger generations.
Famous People
Vikki Carr - American singer, Vikki Ziegler - American television personality and lawyer
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 295 peak births in 1957
Geographic Spread
Popular across 36 US states, with strongest presence in Washington
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 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 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3202nd of 9204 | 146 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 727th of 12526 | 3,415 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 856th of 19264 | 2,506 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4139th of 27321 | 362 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17159th of 35406 | 58 |