Victor
conqueror or winner (Latin)
Victor is a spanish / english boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 103, with 85,348 records. It has 2 syllables.
The May 2021 total includes the name written with JR: 73,236 as Victor, and 12,112 as Victor Jr.
Origin and meaning
conqueror or winner (Latin)
Rooted in the Latin noun 'victor' (conqueror). It gained popularity in the Christian world via early martyrs and saints, entering the Philippines through Spanish Catholic traditions. The name remains consistently recognizable and used across both older and younger generations.
Derived from the Latin word meaning 'conqueror'. In the Philippines, it was introduced during the Spanish colonial era as a Christian saint's name (Víctor) and reinforced in modern times through English usage.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently shortened to 'Vic', 'Tor', or 'Bikbik'. Common in compound names such as Victor Emmanuel, John Victor, or Victor Jose.
Related forms
- Víctor Spanish
- Vittorio Italian
- Vítor Portuguese
- Victor French
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Victor with common surname pairs
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How do I use Victor with two Filipino surnames?
Victor is the given name. The full name is Victor + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Victor a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Victor is number 103, with 85,348 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.