Meaning, origin, history
Victorian is a name of Latin origin and it means "masculine" or "manly." The name was popularized during the reign of Queen Victoria in England, who ruled from 1837 to 1901. During this time, many names were chosen based on their association with the queen herself, such as Victoria, Albert, and Victorian.
The use of Victorian as a given name is not particularly common outside of the United Kingdom, but it has been used sporadically throughout history. It was occasionally used in the late 19th century and early 20th century, but its usage peaked during Queen Victoria's reign and then declined.
Today, Victorian is still considered a unique and somewhat unusual name choice for both boys and girls. Despite its rarity, it has not been completely abandoned by parents looking for distinctive names with historical significance.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Victorian since 1880
Total births
98
Total since 1880
Peak year
1997
13 births
in 2001
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
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vs previous 5 years