Nickolas Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNIK-oh-luhs / /ˈnɪk.ə.ləs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: Victory of the people; Latin: Victorious
Historical & Cultural Background
Nickolas is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which combines the elements 'nikē' (victory) and 'laos' (people). The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity. Over time, it has evolved into various forms and spellings across different languages. The name has maintained a consistent presence in Western naming traditions.
Trend Summary
Nickolas has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nicholas
- Nikolas
- Nicolas
- Nick
International Variants
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolas (French)
- Nicola (Italian)
- Nikola (Bulgarian)
Famous people named Nickolas
Nickolas Ashford was an American songwriter and producer, known for his work with the duo Ashford & Simpson.
Fictional characters named Nickolas
Nickolas is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', known for his role in various quests.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nickolas was first seen in the United States in 1882. Nickolas has ranked as high as #496 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, New York, Michigan, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Nickolas has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nickolas (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 16 | |
| TX | 15 | |
| CA | 12 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 7 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 14 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 16 |
| 1912 | 45 |
| 1913 | 55 |
| 1914 | 91 |
| 1915 | 92 |
| 1916 | 109 |
| 1917 | 134 |
| 1918 | 140 |
| 1919 | 131 |
| 1920 | 140 |
| 1921 | 125 |
| 1922 | 125 |
| 1923 | 132 |
| 1924 | 155 |
| 1925 | 135 |
| 1926 | 132 |
| 1927 | 142 |
| 1928 | 123 |
| 1929 | 93 |
| 1930 | 113 |
| 1931 | 65 |
| 1932 | 76 |
| 1933 | 72 |
| 1934 | 69 |
| 1935 | 57 |
| 1936 | 66 |
| 1937 | 51 |
| 1938 | 61 |
| 1939 | 55 |
| 1940 | 61 |
| 1941 | 75 |
| 1942 | 87 |
| 1943 | 85 |
| 1944 | 64 |
| 1945 | 65 |
| 1946 | 65 |
| 1947 | 92 |
| 1948 | 79 |
| 1949 | 95 |
| 1950 | 92 |
| 1951 | 119 |
| 1952 | 115 |
| 1953 | 88 |
| 1954 | 108 |
| 1955 | 97 |
| 1956 | 106 |
| 1957 | 102 |
| 1958 | 97 |
| 1959 | 79 |
| 1960 | 91 |
| 1961 | 86 |
| 1962 | 90 |
| 1963 | 79 |
| 1964 | 83 |
| 1965 | 74 |
| 1966 | 85 |
| 1967 | 99 |
| 1968 | 121 |
| 1969 | 102 |
| 1970 | 130 |
| 1971 | 111 |
| 1972 | 119 |
| 1973 | 136 |
| 1974 | 122 |
| 1975 | 138 |
| 1976 | 173 |
| 1977 | 270 |
| 1978 | 574 |
| 1979 | 607 |
| 1980 | 680 |
| 1981 | 614 |
| 1982 | 589 |
| 1983 | 648 |
| 1984 | 619 |
| 1985 | 671 |
| 1986 | 756 |
| 1987 | 789 |
| 1988 | 823 |
| 1989 | 1,048 |
| 1990 | 998 |
| 1991 | 1,002 |
| 1992 | 1,069 |
| 1993 | 1,084 |
| 1994 | 1,080 |
| 1995 | 1,052 |
| 1996 | 1,067 |
| 1997 | 1,083 |
| 1998 | 1,156 |
| 1999 | 1,138 |
| 2000 | 1,089 |
| 2001 | 973 |
| 2002 | 891 |
| 2003 | 911 |
| 2004 | 1,069 |
| 2005 | 939 |
| 2006 | 938 |
| 2007 | 842 |
| 2008 | 739 |
| 2009 | 621 |
| 2010 | 565 |
| 2011 | 463 |
| 2012 | 457 |
| 2013 | 380 |
| 2014 | 335 |
| 2015 | 339 |
| 2016 | 300 |
| 2017 | 222 |
| 2018 | 265 |
| 2019 | 208 |
| 2020 | 195 |
| 2021 | 168 |
| 2022 | 133 |
| 2023 | 130 |
| 2024 | 113 |