Miklos Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEEK-lohsh / /ˈmiːkloʊʃ/Hungarian; Greek
Meaning
Hungarian: victory of the people; Greek: who is like God?
Historical & Cultural Background
Miklos is a Hungarian name derived from the Greek name Nikolaos. It has been popular in Hungary and among Hungarian communities worldwide. The name is often associated with Saint Nicholas, a revered figure in Christianity. In Hungary, Miklos is celebrated on the feast day of Saint Nicholas, which is observed on December 6.
Trend Summary
Miklos has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Miklós
- Miklosh
International Variants
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolas (French)
- Mikołaj (Polish)
Famous people named Miklos
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Fictional characters named Miklos
Miklos is a character in the animated series 'The Adventures of Tintin,' appearing in the episode 'The Secret of the Unicorn.'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Miklos was first seen in the United States in 1959. Miklos has ranked as high as #1128 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Miklos has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Miklos (1987)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |