Nicolas
n(i)-co-las
US Popularity:361
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Victory of the people
No stranger to acclaim, Nicolas stands forth as a masculine name with serious bragging power. Greek in origin, Nicolas is a variant of Nikolaos and means "victory of the people." Both names are derived from the Greek element nī́kē, which translates to “victory,” perhaps representing the Greek goddess Nike, who embodies victory in many fields. Just as the Greek goddess of victory was often depicted as a mediator of success between gods and mortals, little Nicolas can set the standard for triumph in their own life.
Famous People Named Nicolas
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Nicolas CageActor
- Nicolas GhesquiereFashion Designer
- Nicolas KieferTennis Player
- Nicolas PalladinoModel
- Nicolas SarkozyPolitician
Nicolas Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Nicolas is currently #1590 on The Bump
Boy:Nicolas is currently #884 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Nicolas is currently #361 in U.S. births
Boy:Nicolas is currently #193 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#193
in 2023
- 2
from 2022
Sources
Name Doctor, Nicolas
Britannica, Nike, Greek goddess, April 2024
Theoi Greek Mythology Nike
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