Declining since 2016.
Popularity of Vic since 1899
Babies named Vic per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1958, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Vic's real moment was 1899.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 7 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 10 |
| 1920s | 86 |
| 1930s | 156 |
| 1940s | 368 |
| 1950s | 463 |
| 1960s | 512 |
| 1970s | 195 |
| 1980s | 88 |
| 1990s | 56 |
| 2000s | 74 |
| 2010s | 106 |
| 2020s | 34 |
Meaning & origin
Vic is a clipped form of Victor, a name with Latin roots meaning 'conqueror.' It first entered U.S. birth records in 1899, which also marks its peak year of usage. Since then, Vic has maintained a modest presence, though its popularity has declined steadily since 2016. The name's trajectory reflects a falling trend, with fewer than five births per year in recent years. Unlike more elaborate diminutives that became given names in the early 20th century, Vic remains closely tied to its source name. It has never appeared among the top states' rankings, indicating a scattered, non-regional use. As a one-syllable, straightforward name, Vic appeals to those seeking a no-nonsense alternative to longer classics.
Vic is a diminutive of Victor, from Latin victor 'conqueror'. Victor was used as a given name among early Christians, referencing Christ's victory over death. The nickname Vic, like many one-syllable clippings, emerged as an independent given name in the late 19th century.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Vick
Sibling names for Vic
Names that share Vic's style, for a brother or sister.
