Victoria is a name of Latin origin. This was the name of the Roman goddess of victory, the cult of which existed long before the appearance of the Greco-Roman pantheon of the gods and the identification of Victoria with the Greek goddess Nika. In Russia, the name came in the XVII century and is associated with the use of the word "Victoria" instead of "Victory" in the designation of the military triumphs of Peter I. More often this name was called girls in cities, in rural areas it was almost not used.
Name days of Victoria according to the church calendar
Initially, the name of Victoria was not used in the Church Slavonic calendar. However, in 2011 it was included there in honor of the Holy Martyr Victoria of Cordoba (Cordoba), who was killed along with her brother Atisclus in the beginning of the IV century in Cordoba, the province of Spain. According to legend, they openly affirmed the faith of Christ and refused to sacrifice to the Roman gods, for which they were martyred.
Now the name day of Victoria is celebrated on September 12, March 12, October 24, November 17 and December 23. If you are wondering what the name day for Victoria, who is your friend, relative or trying to figure out your own holidays, the date of the angel's day of the girl named Victoria will fall on the designated day closest to her birthday.
The meaning of the name and name day of Victoria
Victoria's name means Victory. Abbreviated names: Vika, Vikusha, Vikta, Vira, Torah and many others. The analogs of the name in other languages are: Vittoria, Quiz, Vihtoria, Victor. The man's name, used as an analogue in the Russian language - Victor.
Victoria has been stubborn, assertive, cunning since childhood. They are combined in girls with this name with shyness and insecurity in their abilities. Therefore, parents should gently guide Victoria, instilling in her gradually self-confidence, at the same time not to be lazy,
In relations with the opposite sex, Victoria is often insecure, although at the expense of natural charm can attract almost any man. However, often her suitors feel that she is not too interested in them, although Vika simply protects her heart and for a long time does not open up to her partner. The best husband for her will be a confident, delicate and gentle man. He will never forgive Victoria for betrayal and infidelity.
Victoria can be successful in the profession of a teacher, engineer, and with external data can build a good career in the modeling business.