Boy
Victor
conqueror, victorious
About Victor
Triumph, success, achievement—these concepts are woven into the very fabric of Victor. This classic name has maintained its relevance across centuries and cultures, proving its enduring appeal. Victor works seamlessly in virtually every language and country, making it ideal for internationally-minded families. The name carries an inherent optimism and forward momentum, suggesting someone destined for accomplishment. Its professional gravitas makes it suitable for any career path, from medicine to arts to business. Despite its classical roots, Victor never feels outdated or stuffy; instead, it maintains a crisp, contemporary edge. The name's two syllables provide elegant simplicity without sacrificing impact. Parents who choose Victor demonstrate an appreciation for names with proven track records and positive associations. It's a name that wears well throughout all life stages, from childhood through distinguished adulthood.
Popularity of the Name Victor
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #136 | ||||
| 1881 | #113 | ||||
| 1882 | #128 | ||||
| 1883 | #125 | ||||
| 1884 | #117 | ||||
| 1885 | #100 | ||||
| 1886 | #105 | ||||
| 1887 | #115 | ||||
| 1888 | #120 | ||||
| 1889 | #104 | ||||
| 1890 | #114 | ||||
| 1891 | #103 | ||||
| 1892 | #97 | ||||
| 1893 | #103 | ||||
| 1894 | #100 | ||||
| 1895 | #99 | ||||
| 1896 | #96 | ||||
| 1897 | #96 | ||||
| 1898 | #97 | ||||
| 1899 | #100 | ||||
| 1900 | #92 | #45 | |||
| 1901 | #100 | #46 | |||
| 1902 | #97 | #39 | |||
| 1903 | #99 | #50 | |||
| 1904 | #98 | #50 | |||
| 1905 | #90 | #46 | |||
| 1906 | #93 | #48 | |||
| 1907 | #100 | #47 | |||
| 1908 | #88 | #43 | |||
| 1909 | #89 | #47 | |||
| 1910 | #90 | #60 | |||
| 1911 | #81 | #60 | |||
| 1912 | #81 | #52 | |||
| 1913 | #80 | #50 | |||
| 1914 | #76 | #61 | |||
| 1915 | #74 | #57 | |||
| 1916 | #78 | #53 | |||
| 1917 | #78 | #49 | |||
| 1918 | #63 | #47 | |||
| 1919 | #68 | #49 | |||
| 1920 | #81 | #52 | |||
| 1921 | #83 | #61 | |||
| 1922 | #86 | #64 | |||
| 1923 | #88 | #58 | |||
| 1924 | #90 | #60 | |||
| 1925 | #89 | #67 | |||
| 1926 | #94 | #68 | |||
| 1927 | #98 | #67 | |||
| 1928 | #99 | #72 | |||
| 1929 | #100 | #80 | |||
| 1930 | #100 | #76 | |||
| 1931 | #109 | #83 | |||
| 1932 | #110 | #77 | |||
| 1933 | #116 | #87 | |||
| 1934 | #122 | #103 | |||
| 1935 | #116 | #109 | |||
| 1936 | #116 | #99 | |||
| 1937 | #117 | #105 | |||
| 1938 | #117 | #96 | |||
| 1939 | #119 | #88 | |||
| 1940 | #120 | #97 | |||
| 1941 | #118 | #104 | |||
| 1942 | #99 | #91 | |||
| 1943 | #97 | #89 | |||
| 1944 | #107 | #115 | |||
| 1945 | #95 | #55 | |||
| 1946 | #120 | #121 | |||
| 1947 | #121 | #132 | |||
| 1948 | #115 | #114 | |||
| 1949 | #116 | #135 | |||
| 1950 | #106 | #148 | |||
| 1951 | #110 | #131 | |||
| 1952 | #107 | #125 | |||
| 1953 | #106 | #154 | |||
| 1954 | #103 | #126 | |||
| 1955 | #101 | #129 | |||
| 1956 | #96 | #129 | |||
| 1957 | #98 | #140 | |||
| 1958 | #107 | #134 | |||
| 1959 | #107 | #117 | |||
| 1960 | #103 | #145 | |||
| 1961 | #99 | #133 | |||
| 1962 | #96 | #140 | |||
| 1963 | #97 | #132 | |||
| 1964 | #97 | #145 | #124 | ||
| 1965 | #98 | #137 | #166 | ||
| 1966 | #101 | #140 | #143 | ||
| 1967 | #97 | #131 | #155 | ||
| 1968 | #101 | #156 | #160 | ||
| 1969 | #102 | #147 | #172 | ||
| 1970 | #106 | #208 | #162 | ||
| 1971 | #113 | #277 | #183 | ||
| 1972 | #107 | #268 | #157 | ||
| 1973 | #103 | #273 | #160 | ||
| 1974 | #96 | #150 | #181 | ||
| 1975 | #95 | #266 | #191 | ||
| 1976 | #100 | #258 | #177 | ||
| 1977 | #104 | #172 | |||
| 1978 | #103 | #222 | |||
| 1979 | #105 | #290 | #202 | ||
| 1980 | #107 | #238 | #287 | ||
| 1981 | #104 | #290 | #205 | ||
| 1982 | #99 | #236 | #247 | ||
| 1983 | #95 | #262 | #236 | ||
| 1984 | #90 | #145 | #233 | ||
| 1985 | #88 | #240 | #201 | ||
| 1986 | #88 | #270 | #316 | ||
| 1987 | #91 | #236 | #233 | ||
| 1988 | #89 | #245 | |||
| 1989 | #89 | #235 | #277 | ||
| 1990 | #82 | #262 | #285 | ||
| 1991 | #85 | #225 | #385 | #164 | |
| 1992 | #87 | #199 | #335 | #156 | |
| 1993 | #91 | #215 | #396 | #137 | |
| 1994 | #93 | #264 | #140 | ||
| 1995 | #90 | #241 | #138 | ||
| 1996 | #100 | #312 | #163 | ||
| 1997 | #105 | #392 | #218 | #380 | #142 |
| 1998 | #97 | #478 | #275 | #279 | #137 |
| 1999 | #95 | #367 | #192 | #264 | #134 |
| 2000 | #97 | #398 | #273 | #131 | |
| 2001 | #96 | #410 | #220 | #199 | #121 |
| 2002 | #100 | #349 | #274 | #158 | #124 |
| 2003 | #96 | #444 | #224 | #165 | #115 |
| 2004 | #102 | #361 | #280 | #191 | #101 |
| 2005 | #105 | #407 | #248 | #211 | #106 |
| 2006 | #104 | #340 | #246 | #187 | #98 |
| 2007 | #104 | #251 | #217 | #194 | #100 |
| 2008 | #112 | #278 | #338 | #236 | #111 |
| 2009 | #117 | #269 | #313 | #270 | #107 |
| 2010 | #128 | #306 | #204 | #295 | #95 |
| 2011 | #142 | #264 | #208 | #262 | #100 |
| 2012 | #135 | #289 | #218 | #214 | #98 |
| 2013 | #143 | #258 | #223 | #244 | #89 |
| 2014 | #151 | #251 | #206 | #258 | #86 |
| 2015 | #162 | #261 | #251 | #219 | #71 |
| 2016 | #164 | #252 | #230 | #217 | #69 |
| 2017 | #165 | #241 | #227 | #239 | #63 |
| 2018 | #177 | #250 | #170 | #253 | #63 |
| 2019 | #186 | #251 | #221 | #301 | #69 |
| 2020 | #200 | #261 | #288 | #236 | #66 |
| 2021 | #209 | #257 | #241 | #69 | |
| 2022 | #214 | #267 | #395 | #275 | #77 |
| 2023 | #217 | #297 | #410 | #228 | #74 |
| 2024 | #214 | #291 | #250 | #313 | #82 |
| 2025 | #211 | #325 | #369 | #238 | #84 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Victor
Names Similar to Victor
Nicknames for Victor
- Vic
- Vick
- Vicky
- Vito
- Tor
Famous People Named Victor
| Victor Hugo | French author |
| Victor Cruz | American football player |
| Victor Oladipo | American basketball player |
| Victor Vasarely | Hungarian-French artist |
| Victor Mature | American actor |
| Victor McLaglen | British-American actor |
| Victor Wong | American actor |
| Victor Orban | Hungarian politician |
| Victor Herbert | Irish-American composer |
| Victor Davis Hanson | American historian |
| Victor Borge | Danish-American comedian and pianist |
| Victor Jara | Chilean singer-songwriter |
| Victor Wooten | American bassist |
| Victor Moses | Nigerian footballer |
| Victor Conte | American sports nutritionist |
| Victor Lindelof | Swedish footballer |
| Victor Valdes | Spanish footballer |
| Victor Garber | Canadian actor |
Characters Named Victor
| Victor von Doom | Marvel Comics character |
| Victor Zsasz | DC Comics character |
| Victor Krum | Harry Potter series character |
| Victor Sullivan | Uncharted video game series character |
| Victor Fries | DC Comics character, also known as Mr. Freeze |
| Victor Quartermaine | Wallace and Gromit - The Curse of the Were-Rabbit character |
| Victor Newman | The Young and the Restless character |
| Victor Meldrew | One Foot in the Grave character |
| Victor Creed | X-Men film series character |
| Victor Hargreeves | The Umbrella Academy character |
| Victor Stone | Justice League film series character |
| Victor "Vic" Mackey | The Shield character |
| Victor "Vic" Sage | DC Comics character, also known as The Question |
| Victor Frankenstein | Frankenstein novel character |
| Victor "Vic" Hoskins | Jurassic World character |
| Victor "Vic" Vega | Reservoir Dogs character |
| Victor Mancini | Choke novel character |