Nicolas

Boy's name

Nicolas is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which is composed of the elements "nikē" (victory) and "laos" (people), meaning "victory of the people."

Meaning Victory of the people
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 1,992
Peak year 2003

Appears In These Collections

French Spanish

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Nicolas Cage - Actor known for "National Treasure" and "Con Air."
  • Nicolas Sarkozy - Former President of France.
  • Nicolas Anelka - Retired French footballer.
  • Nicolas Batum - French NBA basketball player.
  • Nicolas Roeg - British film director.
  • Nicolas Winding Refn - Danish film director.
  • Nicolas Mahut - French tennis player.
  • Nicolas Jaar - Chilean-American electronic music producer.
  • Nicolas Pepe - Ivorian footballer playing for Arsenal.
  • Nicolas Laprovittola - Argentine professional basketball player.

Brothers for Nicolas

Boy names closely related to Nicolas

Camilo Rafael Bruno Leandro Adrian Sebastian Aaron Alan

Sisters for Nicolas

Girl names closely related to Nicolas

Victoria Sofia Ariana Jazmin Alicia Alessandra Elisa Daniela

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Nicolas

Colette Collette Nichelle Nichol Nicholas Nichole Nick Nicklas

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