Vic
Vic is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Conqueror or victorious.
Origin and history
Vic is a diminutive of Victor or Vincent, originating from Latin roots. Historically used as a standalone given name or nickname, it carries a vintage, direct feel. In the United States, it has been moderately used over the decades but remains relatively uncommon today.
Popularity in the United States
2,155 babies in the United States have been named Vic since 1880. It ranks #2781 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1893.
States where it is most popular
- CA (47.9 %)
- TX (26.2 %)
- OH (6.6 %)
- IL (4.2 %)
- GA (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 7 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 10 |
| 1920-1930 | 86 |
| 1930-1940 | 156 |
| 1940-1950 | 368 |
| 1950-1960 | 463 |
| 1960-1970 | 512 |
| 1970-1980 | 195 |
| 1980-1990 | 88 |
| 1990-2000 | 56 |
| 2000-2010 | 74 |
| 2010-2019 | 106 |
| 2020-2029 | 34 |
Famous people named Vic
- Vic Damone: Singer, Actor
- Vic Seixas: Tennis Player
- Vic Tayback: Actor
Fun facts
- Vic developed as a informal short form for both Victor ('conqueror') and Vincent ('prevailing').
- The name experienced its peak registration as a independent given name in the mid-20th century.