Victoria Name Meaning, Origin and Pronunciation

ByNamelyra Editorial Team

Victoria is a Latin-origin girl’s name meaning “victory,” the feminine form of Victor and the name of the Roman goddess of victory.
Meaning victory
Origin Latin
Pronunciation vik-TOR-ee-ah
Gender Girl
Related forms Victor (masculine form), Vicky, Tori

Origin and history

Victoria comes directly from the Latin word for victory and was also the name of the Roman goddess personifying victory. The name became especially prominent in English-speaking countries through Queen Victoria, whose long 19th century reign gave the name lasting royal association well beyond its original Latin meaning.

Is Victoria a boy or girl name?

Victoria is used almost exclusively as a girl’s name.

Nicknames for Victoria

  • Vicky
  • Tori

Names similar to Victoria

  • Victor (the masculine form of the same root)

Frequently asked questions

Is Victoria named after Queen Victoria, or does it predate her?

The name predates Queen Victoria, coming directly from the Latin word for victory, but her reign significantly boosted its use and royal association in English-speaking countries.

What is the masculine form of Victoria?

Victor, sharing the same Latin root meaning victory.

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