Nicolae Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnee-KOH-lie / /niˈkoʊlaɪ/Romanian; Latin; Greek
Meaning
Victory of the people (Romanian); people's victory (Latin); victory (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Romanian culture, Nicolae is a traditional name often associated with Saint Nicholas, a significant figure in Christianity. The Latin origin connects it to the broader historical context of names derived from 'Nicolaus,' which has roots in ancient Greek. The name has been widely used in various cultures, reflecting a common theme of victory and leadership.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nicola
- Nico
- Nick
International Variants
- Nicola (Italian)
- Nicolas (French)
- Nikolai (Russian)
Famous people named Nicolae
Nicolae Ceaușescu — former Romanian leader.
Nicolae Iorga — Romanian historian and politician.
Fictional characters named Nicolae
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nicolae was first seen in the United States in 2003. Nicolae has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Nicolae has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nicolae
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 7 |