Niklaus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNIK-lous / /ˈnɪk.laʊs/German; Dutch
Meaning
Victory of the people (German); people's victory (Dutch)
Historical & Cultural Background
Niklaus is a variant of the name Nicholas, which has roots in the Greek name Nikolaos. The name has been popular in various European cultures, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands. It has been associated with Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity. The name has seen various adaptations and remains a common choice in many countries.
Trend Summary
Niklaus has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Niklas
- Nicolas
International Variants
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolas (French)
- Nikola (Slavic)
Famous people named Niklaus
Niklaus Wirth is a Swiss computer scientist known for developing the programming language Pascal.
Niklaus Harnoncourt was an Austrian conductor and cellist, recognized for his work in early music.
Niklaus von Flüe was a Swiss hermit and mystic, revered as a saint in the Catholic Church.
Niklaus Stöcklin was a Swiss painter known for his contributions to the Swiss art scene.
Fictional characters named Niklaus
Niklaus Mikaelson is a character from the TV series 'The Originals,' known as the first vampire.
Niklaus 'Klaus' Mikaelson appears in 'The Vampire Diaries' series as a powerful hybrid.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Niklaus was first seen in the United States in 1979. Niklaus has ranked as high as #1081 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Niklaus has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Niklaus (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 17 | |
| CA | 12 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| MI | 7 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 37 |
| 2014 | 63 |
| 2015 | 102 |
| 2016 | 118 |
| 2017 | 156 |
| 2018 | 183 |
| 2019 | 221 |
| 2020 | 255 |
| 2021 | 282 |
| 2022 | 236 |
| 2023 | 185 |
| 2024 | 162 |