Victor
Meaning of Victor
The name Victor is a strong and timeless choice for boys, with roots tracing back to Latin origins. The name means "winner" or "conqueror," embodying a sense of triumph and resilience. Pronounced as VIK-tur in English, VEEK-tohr in Italian, and VEEK-tor in Spanish, Victor has an international appeal that transcends cultures. Over the years, it has maintained steady popularity in the United States, consistently ranking within the top 200 names for newborn boys. Notably, the name reached its peak popularity in 1918 when it ranked 63rd. Variations of the name include Viktor, which adds a unique twist while retaining its powerful essence. Famous bearers of the name include Victor Hugo, the renowned French author of "Les Misérables," adding a layer of literary prestige to this classic name.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as VEEK-tohr (/ˈvi.ktor/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as VEEK-tor (/ˈbiːk.tor/)
British English
- Pronunced as VIK-tuh (/ˈvɪk.tə/)
American English
- Pronunced as VIK-tur (/ˈvɪk.tər/)
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Notable People Named Victor
| Victor Hugo - Victor-Marie Hugo, also known as the Ocean Man, was a renowned French Romantic writer and politician, celebrated as one of the greatest writers in history. |
| Sir Victor Ewings Negus was a British surgeon known for his contributions to laryngology and comparative anatomy, and his career at King's College Hospital. |
| Kehinde Babatunde Victor Oladipo is an American professional basketball player known for his college achievements and current role with the Houston Rockets in the NBA. |
| Børge Rosenbaum, also known as Victor Borge, was a Danish-American comedian and pianist celebrated for his unique blend of music and comedy, earning him the nicknames "The Clown Prince of Denmark" and "The Great Dane". |
| Victor Lindelöf is a Swedish professional footballer known for his defensive skills, playing for Manchester United in the Premier League and captaining the Sweden national team. |
| Victor Jay Garber is a Canadian-American actor and singer, acclaimed for his stage and screen performances, with multiple award nominations and recognition as an Officer of the Order of Canada. |
| Victor Peter Chang was a Chinese-born Australian cardiac surgeon known for his pioneering work in modern heart transplantation in Australia. |
| Victor Khrisanfovich Kandinsky, a Russian Empire psychiatrist and second cousin to artist Wassily Kandinsky, made significant contributions to the understanding of hallucinations in Russian psychiatry. |
| Victor Niederhoffer is a multi-talented American hedge fund manager, champion squash player, bestselling author, and statistician. |
| Victor Lonzo Fleming was an accomplished American film director, cinematographer, and producer, best known for directing the iconic films Gone with the Wind and The Wizard of Oz. |
| Victor Vu is a Vietnamese-American film director known for plagiarism accusations and the hit film Mắt Biếc. |
| Victor Efosa Uwaifo was a multi-talented Nigerian musician, writer, sculptor, and musical instrument inventor, known for his legendary music career and significant contributions to arts and culture in Nigeria. |
| Victor Kermit Kiam II was an American entrepreneur, TV spokesman for Remington Products, and former owner of the New England Patriots football team known for his successful turnaround of Remington's fortunes and memorable commercials. |
| Victor Bolden Jr. - Victor Vaughn Bolden Jr. is an American football wide receiver known for his success in the United Football League and his time with the San Francisco 49ers. |
| Victor Emmanuel I of Sardinia - Victor Emmanuel I, Duke of Savoy and King of Sardinia from 1802 to 1821, abdicated due to a liberal revolution and was succeeded by his brother Charles Felix; he was married to Maria Theresa of Austria-Este and had seven children, including a future Empress of Austria. |
