UK girl's name
Viktorija
A feminine name of Latin origin meaning "victory, conqueror".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Viktorija is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Viktorija popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 30 births.
This profile covers 293 England and Wales registrations across 20 recorded years from 2001 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 10% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 292 living people in the UK are called Viktorija. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Viktorija ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 30 girls were registered as Viktorija.
- • About 292 living people in the UK are estimated to have Viktorija as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2013
30 births
Estimated living
292
2026
Meaning
What does Viktorija mean?
Viktorija is a feminine given name derived from the Latin name Victoria, which means "victory" or "conqueror." The name has its roots in ancient Roman culture, where it was initially used to honor the Roman goddess of victory, Victoria.
The earliest recorded use of the name Viktorija dates back to the 4th century AD, when it was mentioned in Christian texts and inscriptions. During this time, the name was associated with the triumph of Christianity over pagan religions in the Roman Empire.
In the Middle Ages, the name Viktorija gained popularity across Europe, particularly in regions influenced by the Catholic Church. It was often given to girls born on or near the feast day of St. Victoria, a 3rd-century martyr from Rome.
One notable historical figure with the name Viktorija was Viktorija Đurđevića (1876-1952), a Montenegrin writer, educator, and feminist activist. She was a pioneer in promoting women's rights and education in Montenegro.
Another famous Viktorija was Viktorija Savs (1892-1979), a Latvian artist and painter known for her portraits and landscapes. Her works are part of the collection of the Latvian National Museum of Art.
In the 16th century, Viktorija Colonna (1492-1547) was an Italian poet and writer who was highly regarded during the Renaissance. She is considered one of the most influential female poets of her time.
Viktorija Tolstaya (1844-1912) was a Russian noblewoman and the daughter of the famous author Leo Tolstoy. She was a writer and activist who worked to improve the living conditions of peasants in Russia.
Viktorija Mikhailova (1959-2022) was a prominent Russian journalist and human rights activist. She was known for her fearless reporting on corruption and human rights abuses in Russia, earning her numerous awards and recognition.
While the name Viktorija has its roots in ancient Roman culture, it has since spread to various regions and cultures around the world, with variations in spelling and pronunciation. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to its association with triumph, strength, and victory.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Viktorija over time
The chart below shows babies named Viktorija registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Viktorija, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 30 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Viktorija by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Viktorija was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4024 | 32 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1623 | 207 | 10 |
| 2000s | #2310 | 54 | 5 |
Related
Names similar to Viktorija
- Victoria 19,582
- Violet 14,594
- Vanessa 3,696
- Verity 3,437
- Valentina 2,969
- Vienna 2,077
- Vivienne 1,692
- Veronica 1,425
- Valerie 733
- Viktoria 696
- Vera 667
- Vivian 619
FAQ
Viktorija: questions and answers
How popular is the name Viktorija in the UK right now?
In 2024, Viktorija was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Viktorija most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 30 babies registered as Viktorija in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Viktorija?
A feminine name of Latin origin meaning "victory, conqueror".
How many people are called Viktorija in the UK?
A total of 293 babies have been registered as Viktorija across the 20 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.