Find out how popular the last name Victorian is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Victorian.

Victorian, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Victorian surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Victorian in America

Victorian is the 23371st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Victorian surname appeared 1,089 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Victorian.

We can also compare 2010 data for Victorian to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Victorian

The surname Victorian is of English origin and is believed to have emerged during the late 18th or early 19th century. It is a toponymic surname, derived from the name of a place or geographical location. In this case, Victorian likely originated as a descriptive name for someone who lived near or was associated with the area around Victoria Street in London.

The name itself is a reference to the reign of Queen Victoria, who ruled the United Kingdom from 1837 to 1901, during the Victorian era. This period was marked by significant industrial and cultural developments, as well as the expansion of the British Empire. As such, the surname Victorian may have been adopted by individuals or families who sought to align themselves with the ideals and values of the Victorian age.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Victorian can be found in the parish records of St. Pancras, London, dating back to the early 19th century. The name appears in various spellings, such as Victorien and Victoryan, reflecting the variations in pronunciation and spelling that were common during that time.

Notable individuals with the surname Victorian include Sir Charles Victorian (1821-1892), a prominent British architect who designed several iconic buildings in London, including the Royal Albert Hall. Another notable figure was Elizabeth Victorian (1845-1918), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights, who established one of the first schools for girls in England.

In the field of literature, Robert Victorian (1879-1955) was a renowned poet and essayist whose works explored themes of identity, tradition, and the human condition. His collection of poems, "Echoes of a Victorian Soul," was widely acclaimed and influential in shaping the literary landscape of the early 20th century.

Across the Atlantic, the Victorian surname also made its mark. William Victorian (1856-1932) was a prominent businessman and philanthropist in New York City, known for his support of various charitable organizations and his contributions to the city's cultural and educational institutions.

Furthermore, the surname Victorian has been associated with significant historical events and movements. For instance, Mary Victorian (1892-1972) was an active participant in the women's suffrage movement in the United Kingdom, advocating for the right to vote and gender equality.

While the surname Victorian may not be as widespread as some other English surnames, it carries a rich historical legacy and a connection to a pivotal era in British history. Its origins and evolution reflect the changing cultural and social dynamics of the time, providing a window into the lives and experiences of those who bore this distinctive name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Victorian

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Victorian.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Victorian was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Victorian has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Victorian was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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