Meaning, origin, history
Victoria is a female given name of Latin origin. It means "victory" or "victorious", which comes from the Latin word "victoria". The name was popularized by Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom, who reigned from 1837 until her death in 1901. She was named after her mother, Princess Victoria of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, and the name became very popular during her reign. Today, Victoria remains a popular choice for parents naming their daughters, often shortened to Vicki or Vic.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Victoria since 1880
Total births
519,519
Total since 1880
Peak year
1993
12,926 births
in 2023
4,434
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-13%
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vs previous 5 years