Vickey Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vickey is derived from the Latin name Victoria, meaning 'victory.' It has evolved from historical forms like Victoria and Vickie. The name is associated with positive traits and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Vickey is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Vickey has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Vickey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5699th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3204th out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5159th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2000th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 632nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1506th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8348th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Vickey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vickey"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɪki/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Vickey is derived from the Latin name 'Victoria,' which means 'victory.' It is often considered a diminutive form of Victoria.
Meaning
victory
Language Evolution
Victoria, Vickie, Vickey
Historical Usage
The name Vickey gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a feminine form of the name Victor and was widely used in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Vickie, Vicky, Vikky
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Vickey is viewed as a charming and friendly name, often associated with warmth and approachability.
Famous People
Vickey Lawrence, an American singer and actress., Vickey Winans, an American gospel singer.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vickey"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Vickey"
"Vickey" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5699th of 6773 | 13 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3204th of 7552 | 127 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5159th of 9107 | 48 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2000th of 9204 | 319 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 632nd of 12526 | 4,221 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1506th of 19264 | 1,083 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8348th of 27321 | 130 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Vickey" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Vickey" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- |
72.25% 1700th/2353 |
81.71% 1264th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
26.90% 599th/2227 |
57.90% 1407th/2430 |
17.25% 492nd/2853 |
30.16% 837th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
52.77% 1550th/2937 |
65.52% 2282nd/3483 |
29.48% 1037th/3518 |
58.73% 2375th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vickey"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vickey" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.