MallowbyNames

Vickey

VIK-ee · of uncertain origin; likely a variant of Vicky, a pet form of Victoria, meaning 'victory'

Peak popularity
1957
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Vickey since 1916

Babies named Vickey per year in U.S. Social Security records.

132263395192019602000Most births 1957Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s5
1920s57
1930s52
1940s654
1950s2,650
1960s1,786
1970s449
1980s120
1990s34
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Vickey is a diminutive spelling variant of Vicky, which itself derives from Victoria. First recorded in 1911, it saw its peak in 1957 before gradually declining. The name has remained relatively stable in usage over the decades but never achieved widespread popularity. As a variant of a classic name, Vickey offers a familiar yet slightly distinctive option for parents seeking a vintage feel.

Vickey is a spelling variant of Vicky, which itself is a diminutive of Victoria. Victoria comes from Latin victoria, meaning 'victory,' and was the name of the Roman goddess of victory. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th century, particularly after Queen Victoria. Vickey emerged as a less common variant, used predominantly in the United States.

Where Vickey is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

2020s
Fewermore per 100k girlstoo few births

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Vic

Variants: Vicky, Vicki, Vickie, Vikki

Sibling names for Vickey

Names that share Vickey's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Linda, Debbie, Tina, Cindy, Diana

Brothers: Jimmy, Bobby, Tommy, Johnny, Danny

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Vickey mean?
Vickey is a variant of Vicky, a pet form of Victoria, which means 'victory' in Latin. However, as a standalone diminutive, its meaning is more informal, typically associated with 'victory' through its root name.
Is Vickey a popular name today?
Vickey has not ranked in the top 1000 since the 1990s. Its peak popularity was in 1957 when it was most commonly used, but it has since become rare.
Is Vickey a girl's name?
Yes, Vickey is almost exclusively used as a girl's name, although the root name Victoria is unisex in some contexts. The vast majority of historical records in the U.S. are for girls.