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John vs Victor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

John

Boy #21 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Yahweh is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
8,047
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

John Rank #21
Victor Rank #214

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #214 for Victor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is John or Victor more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Victor at #214 in the United States.

What do John and Victor mean?

John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Victor means "conqueror, winner" (Latin origin).

Are John and Victor boy or girl names?

John is primarily a boy name. Victor is primarily a boy name.

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