Vicky first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Vicky has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Vicky

A feminine name of English origin meaning "victor" or "conqueror".

Popularity of Vicky by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Vicky is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 99% of people named Vicky being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 33 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Vicky.

Year Male Count Female Count
2023 0 33
2022 0 33
2021 0 38
2020 0 41
2019 0 47
2018 0 44
2017 0 79
2016 0 85
2015 0 103
2014 0 85
2013 0 80
2012 0 89
2011 0 93
2010 0 104
2009 0 125
2008 0 121
2007 0 127
2006 0 132
2005 0 161
2004 0 135
2003 0 141
2002 0 124
2001 6 117
2000 0 128
1999 0 123
1998 0 104
1997 6 109
1996 0 147
1995 0 125
1994 0 145
1993 0 157
1992 5 172
1991 0 181
1990 9 198
1989 0 208
1988 0 170
1987 8 200
1986 5 193
1985 0 198
1984 6 207
1983 0 188
1982 5 214
1981 0 242
1980 0 255
1979 0 241
1978 0 324
1977 0 324
1976 0 361
1975 0 384
1974 0 445

The history of the first name Vicky

The name Vicky is a diminutive form of the feminine given name Victoria, which is derived from the Latin word "victor," meaning "conqueror" or "victor." Victoria was originally a Roman epithet for the goddess of victory, Victoria. The name first gained popularity during the reign of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom, who ruled from 1837 to 1901.

The earliest recorded use of the name Vicky can be traced back to the 19th century, when it became a common nickname for Victorian-era women named Victoria. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Princess Victoria of the United Kingdom, the eldest daughter of Queen Victoria, who was often referred to as Vicky by her family and friends.

Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Vicky. One of the most famous was Vicky Baum (1888-1960), an Austrian writer best known for her novel "Grand Hotel," which was later adapted into a successful Broadway play and film. Another notable Vicky was Vicky Leandros (born 1952), a Greek singer and songwriter who has represented Luxembourg and Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest.

In the field of arts and entertainment, Vicky Krieps (born 1983) is a Luxembourgian actress known for her roles in films such as "Phantom Thread" and "Bergman Island." Vicky McClure (born 1983) is a British actress best known for her role in the television series "Line of Duty."

In sports, Vicky Losada (born 1991) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team. She has won multiple domestic and international titles throughout her career.

While the name Vicky has its roots in Latin and was popularized during the Victorian era, it has since become a widely recognized name across various cultures and regions. Its association with strength, victory, and feminine grace has made it a timeless choice for parents throughout the world.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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