MallowbyNames

Vitor

vee-TOR · Victor, conqueror

Peak popularity
2005
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Vitor since 1997

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

4812200020102020Most births 2005Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1990s24
2000s59
2010s64
2020s12

Meaning & origin

Vitor is the Portuguese form of Victor, a classic Latin name meaning 'conqueror.' In the United States, the name first appeared on the Social Security records in 1997, reflecting immigration and cultural exchange from Portuguese-speaking countries. It reached its highest level of usage in 2005, though it has never entered the top 1000, remaining a distinctive choice. The name's trajectory has been stable, neither sharply rising nor falling, suggesting consistent but low-frequency use. While not widely used in any particular U.S. state, Vitor carries a strong international heritage, often chosen by families with Portuguese or Brazilian roots.

Vitor is the Portuguese form of Victor, derived from the Latin "victor" meaning "conqueror." The name Victor was common among early Christians as a reference to Christ's victory over death. In Portugal and Brazil, Vitor has been used since at least the 20th century and remains a popular given name.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Vi, Vitinho

Variants: Victor, Viktor, Vittorio

Sibling names for Vitor

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Vitor mean?
Vitor means 'conqueror' in Portuguese, derived from the Latin 'victor'.
How popular is the name Vitor currently?
Vitor has been in steady use in the U.S. since 1997. It peaked in popularity in 2005, and as of 2025 its rank is not recorded, indicating it remains uncommon.
Is Vitor a boy's name or a girl's name?
Vitor is almost exclusively used as a boy's name.