"O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?"
Christian Name · Latin Origin
Victoria Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Victoria
girl
Victoria means "victory," the Latin word itself. The name never appears in the King James Bible, but its meaning is one of Scripture's great themes: "O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?... thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ" (1 Corinthians 15:55, 57).
Is Victoria in the Bible?
No — the name Victoria does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Victory; Conqueror", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Victoria.
Pronunciation:/vik-TOR-ee-ah/
OriginLatin
MeaningVictory; Conqueror
What does Victoria mean?
Victoria is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Victory; Conqueror". Victoria is the feminine form of Victor, meaning 'victory.' The Christian faith is built on the ultimate victory — Christ's triumph over death.
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Editor’s reflection
Latin for 'victory' — the exact word Paul uses for the believer's triumph in Christ.
Victoria comes directly from the Latin word for victory. It's not a biblical name in the sense of belonging to a Bible character, but the word behind it is one of the most important nouns in the New Testament. In 1 Corinthians 15:57 Paul writes: 'thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.' In 1 John 5:4 the same word appears again: 'this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.'
For Christian parents, Victoria has been a favourite for centuries because it is one of the few names that is simultaneously classical, regal, and unmistakably theological. It was popularised in the English-speaking world by Queen Victoria in the 19th century but has never been tied to a single culture — Spanish, Italian, Slavic, and African Christian families all use it.
The name pairs particularly well with quieter or softer middle names (Victoria Grace, Victoria Jane, Victoria Ruth) that let the strength of the first name stand.
“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Why parents choose Victoria today
- •One-word meaning: victory in Christ
- •Nicknames span every age: Tori, Vicky, Vivi, Tor
- •Works in dozens of languages with no re-spelling needed
What does Victoria mean in the Bible?
Victoria means "Victory; Conqueror" and is a name of Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Victoria is the feminine form of Victor, meaning 'victory.' The Christian faith is built on the ultimate victory — Christ's triumph over death. Paul's triumphant cry 'O death, where is thy sting?' declares the victory that every believer shares through the resurrection.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Victoria?
Victoria is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Victory; Conqueror" — not because Scripture names anyone Victoria.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Victoria?
Victoria has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Which books of the Bible mention Victoria?
Victoria is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Victoria?
Victoria celebrates the ultimate triumph — Christ's victory over death that frees believers from fear and fills them with eternal hope.
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Victoria name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Victoria does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Victory; Conqueror", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Victoria.
Victoria means "Victory; Conqueror." It is a Latin name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Victory; Conqueror" — runs right through the Bible.
Latin. Victoria comes into English from Latin and carries the sense "Victory; Conqueror." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Victoria
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Victoria?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Victoria?
You can read every verse where Victoria appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.