Vikram is of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit 'Vijaya' meaning 'victory'. It is often associated with the renowned Hindi epic, 'Vikram and Betaal', where Vikram is a wise king known for his courage and intellect. The name Vikram has been popularized globally due to its connection with the epic, as well as notable figures such as Vikram Sarabhai, the founder of India's space program.
The name Vikram experienced a notable rise in popularity between the late 1970s and mid-1980s, with a peak of 65 births in the year 2000. However, it has since shown a decline, with only 31 births recorded in 2021. Overall, there have been a total of 1979 births named Vikram from 1969 to 2023.