The girl's name Victoria \v(i)-cto-ria, vic-toria\ is pronounced vic-TOR-ee-ah. It is of Latin origin, and its meaning is "victory". Feminine form of Victor. Victoria was a goddess who smiled on the ancient Roman people for many centuries. Early Christians adopted the name, probably due to Saint Paul's praise of "God, which giveth us the victory". Royal associations from 19th-century England's Queen Victoria and the four-syllable pronunciation give Victoria an air of dignity, formality and distinction. Victoria's short forms and nicknames are very informal by contrast. Vittoria is an Italian form; Viktoria is Czech; Victoire is French. See also Latoya. Actress Victoria Principal.

ORIGIN
Latin

MEANING
Victory, victorious

The feminine form of Victorius and the name of the Roman goddess of victory. It became fashionable during the 19th century for Queen Victoria whose 63-year reign is currently the longest of any British monarch. Several geographical regions were named in her honor including a Canadian city and an Australian state. Famous bearers include actress Victoria Principal from the 1980s prime time drama "Dallas" and former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham, wife of soccer star David Beckham. The name has been listed among the top 100 since 1981.

VARIATIONS
Victor Victorio

ALTERNATIVES
Vicktorya Viktorija Vyctoria Vicktoria Vyctorya

NICKNAMES
Vics Toria Tor Vicki Tori Vicke Vicka

FAMOUS Victorias
Victoria's Secret (retail chain)

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