Victor in Chinese
Victor in Chinese is 维克托 (Wéi Kè Tuō).
- Origin
- Latin
- Meaning
- victor, conqueror
The name traces back to Latin sources, where it is usually explained as "victor, conqueror". It has been in continuous US use since Social Security records begin in 1880, peaking in the 1990s.
3 ways to write Victor
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
维克托
Wéi Kè Tuō
The standard transliteration of Victor: 维 (wéi, "to maintain, preserve"), 克 (kè, "to overcome; gram"), 托 (tuō, "to entrust; support"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Mandarin has no consonant clusters, so the 2-syllable English name is spread over 3 characters: 维 wéi + 克 kè + 托 tuō. The tone contour is 2-4-1 (rising, falling, high level).
Character breakdown
24 strokes total (simplified)- 维
wéi
Tone 2 · 11 strokes (simplified)
to maintain, preserve
- 克
kè
Tone 4 · 7 strokes (simplified)
to overcome; gram
- 托
tuō
Tone 1 · 6 strokes (simplified)
to entrust; support
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
凯旋
Kǎi Xuán
Inspired by "victor, conqueror": 凯 (kǎi, "triumph, victory song") + 旋 (xuán, "to revolve; triumphant return (凯旋)"), expressing victory and honor.
Why these characters?
Because Victor is linked to "victor", the name leads with 凯 (triumph, victory song); 旋 (to revolve; triumphant return (凯旋)) gives it a natural given-name finish.
Character breakdown
19 strokes total (simplified)- 凯
kǎi
Tone 3 · 8 strokes (simplified)
triumph, victory song
- 旋
xuán
Tone 2 · 11 strokes (simplified)
to revolve; triumphant return (凯旋)
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
维凯
Wéi Kǎi
维 (wéi, "to maintain, preserve") + 凯 (kǎi, "triumph, victory song"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
It keeps 维 (wéi), the same opening character as the transliteration 维克托, for the "vic" sound, and replaces the rest with 凯 ("triumph, victory song") so the whole reads as a real given name.
Character breakdown
19 strokes total (simplified)- 维
wéi
Tone 2 · 11 strokes (simplified)
to maintain, preserve
- 凯
kǎi
Tone 3 · 8 strokes (simplified)
triumph, victory song
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Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 315,431 boys named Victor since 1880, with the high point in 1990 (4,441 births) and the busiest decade being the 1990s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #82 to #165 among boys.
- Peak year
- 1990
- Peak decade
- 1990s
- First year
- 1880
- Total since 1880
- 315,431
More About Victor in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Victor offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Victor, you'll find options that work for you.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Victor in Chinese characters?
维克托 (Wéi Kè Tuō), or 維克託 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How popular is the name Victor?
US Social Security records show 315,431 boys named Victor since 1880, with the high point in 1990 (4,441 births) and the busiest decade being the 1990s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #82 to #165 among boys.
Is Victor written differently in traditional Chinese?
Yes: 维克托 becomes 維克託; the changed characters are 维→維, 托→託. Use traditional for Taiwan or Hong Kong audiences.