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Vicky

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How to Pronounce Vicky

Pronounced VIK-ee /ˈvɪk.i/High

Meaning: Pet form of Victoria — from Latin victoria, 'victory'High

In 30 seconds: Cheerful and classic: Vicky pets Victoria — 'victory'. Sunny, warm, and friendly.
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Origin MediumLatin
MeaningPet form of Victoria — from Latin victoria, 'victory'
U.S. rank (2025)#4163 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births35 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1957
Total births (all-time)≈ 53,507
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Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 195719122025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Vicky is a pet form of Victoria — from Latin victoria, 'victory' (the goddess of triumph). A cheerful, classic nickname-name.

It registers thinly on its own today. Rare now, victory at the root, and cheerful.

Did you know? Victoria means 'victory' in Latin (the Roman goddess of triumph) — Vicky is its sunny, friendly nickname.
Overall data confidence 80%
Behind the Name — Victoria — root etymology

Variations

VickieVikkiVictoria

Nicknames

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If you like Vicky…

Victoria— the full name
Tori— a companion Victoria pet name
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Vicky mean?

Vicky pets Victoria — Latin 'victory'.

How do you pronounce Vicky?

It's said VIK-ee /ˈvɪk.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Vicky a boy or girl name?

Vicky is a girl's name.

How popular is Vicky?

Vicky is a rare name on its own in the U.S. today.

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