Victoria
Victoria is a Christian girl name of Latin origin, meaning “Victory”.
| Meaning | Victory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | vik-TOR-ee-uh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Victoria
Victoria is the Latin word for victory and was also the name of the Roman goddess of victory. It was borne by early Christian martyrs, and became hugely popular in Britain through Queen Victoria, who reigned for most of the nineteenth century and gave her name to an era, cities and lakes. It remains a classic name throughout the world.
Is Victoria a Christian name?
Victoria has some Christian history through early martyrs, but today it is used mainly as a classic general name.
How popular is Victoria?
Popular and enduring in many countries, especially in Europe and the Americas.
Gifts with the name Victoria
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Spellings and variants of Victoria
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Victoria mean?
Victoria means 'Victory'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Victoria a Christian name?
Victoria has some Christian history through early martyrs, but today it is used mainly as a classic general name.
How do you pronounce Victoria?
Victoria is pronounced vik-TOR-ee-uh.
Is Victoria a boy or girl name?
Victoria is usually a girl name.