Victor
Male name · ★ Classic
136,806
Total Births
1961
Peak Year
#217
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Victor
Victor is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 136,806 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1960s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 2,642 births |
| 1890s | 4,126 births |
| 1900s | 5,377 births |
| 1910s | 11,040 births |
| 1920s | 10,373 births |
| 1930s | 7,098 births |
| 1940s | 9,376 births |
| 1950s | 13,730 births |
| 1960s | 14,624 births |
| 1970s | 10,638 births |
| 1980s | 12,557 births |
| 1990s | 15,942 births |
| 2000s | 14,677 births |
| 2010s | 3,540 births |
| 2020s | 1,066 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Victor?
Victor has been given to 136,806 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1961 with 1,713 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #217.
Is Victor a boy or girl name?
Victor is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Victor most popular?
Victor was most popular in 1961, when 1,713 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Victor?
Victor first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).