Vicki

Vicki is a feminine given name, often a diminutive form of Victoria. It derives from the Latin Victoria, meaning victory. The name spread in English-speaking countries during the 20th century and has remained in use for several generations. Variants include Vicky, Vikki, and occasionally Vickie, with most pronunciations rendered as VIK-ee. As a standalone name, Vicki is common in the United States and the United Kingdom, among others, and it is sometimes used to convey a casual or informal tone compared with Victoria.

As a real name, Vicki has been borne by a range of public figures, performers, and fiction characters, reflecting its mid- to late-20th-century popularity. Notable individuals include Vicki Lawrence, an American actress and comedian best known for The Carol Burnett Show and Mama's Family; Vicki Gunvalson, an American television personality known for The Real Housewives of Orange County.

In fiction, Vicki Vale is a recurring character in DC Comics and the 1989 Batman film, where she is a journalist and love interest of Bruce Wayne.