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Nicolas

Nicolas or Nicolás may refer to masculine given names cognate to English Nicholas.

Latin originSecular traditionClassic

Meaning

Nicolas or Nicolás may refer to masculine given names cognate to English Nicholas.

Snapshot

A boy name with 3 syllables. Currently considered common.

Popularity Over Time

U.S. Data (2000-2023)

Explore how the popularity of Nicolas has changed over the last two decades.

Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Nicolas is a given name of Greek origin, derived from 'Nikolaos', meaning 'victory of the people'. It is widely used across many European countries and has a strong association with Saint Nicholas, the 4th-century bishop whose legend inspired the figure of Santa Claus. The name has remained consistently popular throughout history, embodying a sense of tradition and benevolence.

Famous Namesakes

Nicolas Cage, Nicolas Sarkozy, Nicolas Maduro, Nicolas Poussin, Nicolas Copernicus

Nicknames & Variations

Nico, Nic, Nick, Colin

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