Vijay

Vijay: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Vijay

  • A male given name from Sanskrit.

Etymology

Transliteration of Hindi विजय (vijay).

How popular is Vijay?

5U.S. babies in 2025
#1394peak rank (1982)
1,495babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,495 boys in the U.S. have been named Vijay. Its highest rank for boys was #1394 in 1982. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Vijay FAQ

What does the name Vijay mean?

A male given name from Sanskrit. Transliteration of Hindi विजय (vijay).

What is the origin of the name Vijay?

Vijay is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.

How popular is the name Vijay?

Since 1880, 1,495 boys in the U.S. have been named Vijay. Its highest rank for boys was #1394 in 1982. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Vijay a boy or girl name?

Vijay is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,495 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.