Victoria is a name of Latin origin, meaning "victory". It was popularized during the Victorian era in England, named after Queen Victoria who reigned from 1837 to 1901. The name has since become associated with elegance, grace, and power. In literature, notable characters named Victoria include the protagonist of Charlotte Brontë's novel "Jane Eyre" and the heroine of Julia Quinn's popular romance series "Bridgerton". Among historical figures, besides Queen Victoria herself, other notable individuals bearing this name include Empress Victoria of Germany and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (known as Victoria) of Russia. The name has also been used by several famous actors and singers, such as Victoria Principal and Victoria Beckham, contributing to its enduring popularity and recognition.
The name Victoria experienced fluctuating popularity over the course of a century, with significant peaks and valleys. The highest number of births recorded was 56 in 1989, while some years saw as few as 5 births (2007, 2008). The name's popularity has generally declined since its peak in the late 1980s, with fewer than 10 births per year occurring from 2006 onwards. However, there was a brief resurgence in recent years, with 10 births recorded in 2017 and 2020 each. Overall, over the course of these statistics, Victoria was given to a total of 1267 newborn girls.