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Name Day for Viktor / Victor

Everything about the date, name variants, and traditions

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April

Name day for Viktoriya, Viktor - Celebrated on April 18th.

Celebrating names:

ВикторияВиктор
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Primary11 November
Name Day: Мина
November

Name day for Мина - St. Menas

Celebrating names:

МинаМиноМинкаМинчоВикторВикторияВики
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About the name Viktor / Victor

Etymology & meaning

Viktor comes from the Latin victor — "the winner". An early Christian name found across the Christian world, it lives in Bulgarian usage alongside Viktoria.

History & patron saint

The calendar commemorates the martyr Saint Victor together with Saints Menas and Vincent on 11 November — the day known as Menas, Victor and Vincent. A second commemoration, tied to Saint Victoria, falls in April.

Traditions & customs

The name day follows the settled pattern — guests, toasts "to victories" and treats. A Viktor and a Viktoria in one family celebrate together.

Popularity & notable bearers

Viktor is a lasting favourite in Bulgaria — classic, international and transparent in meaning — and a stable presence in newborn-boy rankings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the name day for Viktor / Victor?

Viktor / Victor is celebrated on 18 April and 11 November.

Which names celebrate on 11 November?

On 11 November, name day is celebrated by those named Viktor / Victor and related Bulgarian name variants (7 names in total).

How is the name day celebrated in Bulgaria?

Name day celebrants traditionally welcome guests at home, receive gifts and congratulations. It is a cherished family occasion throughout Bulgaria.

What does the name Viktor / Victor mean?

Viktor comes from the Latin victor — "the winner". An early Christian name found across the Christian world, it lives in Bulgarian usage alongside Viktoria.

How popular is Viktor / Victor in Bulgaria?

Viktor is a lasting favourite in Bulgaria — classic, international and transparent in meaning — and a stable presence in newborn-boy rankings.

Names celebrating with Viktor / Victor

Viktoria / VictoriaMina

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