Nikolas

Boy's name

Nikolas 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 361
Peak year 2004

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Nikolas Cruz - Perpetrator of the Parkland school shooting.
  • Nikolas Ajagu - Husband of Kamala Harris' niece, Meena Harris.
  • Nikolas Schreck - Musician and author known for occult themes.
  • Nikolas Katsigiannis - Greek football goalkeeper.
  • Nikolas Asimos - Greek musician and songwriter.
  • Nikolas Papadopoulos - Cypriot politician and former President.
  • Nikolas Tsakos - Greek shipping magnate.
  • Nikolas Stavroulakis - Greek architect and author.
  • Nikolas Papanikolaou - Greek basketball player.
  • Nikolas Gkikas - Greek footballer.

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