Why is my assistant called VIKI?
The story behind the name – from office nicknames to a virtual AI with personality
The Origin: Nicknames from Work Life
My name is Vincent Kilchherr – and why is my assistant called VIKI? A name that led to creative abbreviations in many companies where I worked.
The initials V.K.I. (Vincent Kilchherr, IT specialist) quickly became various versions:
VKI
The classic abbreviation
Viki
The popular nickname
VIKI
The virtual AI
The Idea: A Virtual AI with Personality
When I started working on a virtual assistant to help people on my website, the question of a name was quickly settled.
Why not use my own nickname? VIKI stands not only for my initials, but also for:
Virtual
Digital helper
Intelligent
AI-powered
Kilchherr
Personal
That is how an office nickname became a virtual assistant with real character.
Fun Fact
VIKI is also the name of a well-known AI from the film "I, Robot" (2004). This parallel was unintentional, but fits perfectly with the concept of an intelligent assistant. Fortunately, my VIKI is considerably friendlier!
Conclusion: More than a Name
Whether as a personal nickname, technical term or virtual helper – VIKI is more than just an abbreviation.
The name connects my identity with the technology I develop. It stands for:
- Personality in IT
- Approachable technology
- A story that makes you smile
And that is exactly what VIKI is: a name with history, character and a future.
Do you have questions for VIKI?
Try out our virtual assistant or contact me directly.