Nikola Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEE-koh-lah / ˈniː.kə.lɑːSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Victory of the people (Slavic); Nicholas (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
Nikola is a name of Slavic origin, commonly used in various Slavic countries. It is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people.' The name has been popularized by notable figures, including scientists and inventors. Nikola Tesla, a Serbian-American inventor, is one of the most famous bearers of this name, contributing significantly to the development of electrical engineering.
Trend Summary
The name Nikola has seen a steady presence in the U.S., with occasional spikes in popularity, particularly influenced by notable figures.
Similar Names
Variants
- Niko
- Nik
- Nikolai
International Variants
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolas (French)
- Nicola (Italian)
- Nikolai (Russian)
Famous people named Nikola
Nikola Tesla was a Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current electricity supply system.
Nikola Jokic is a Serbian professional basketball player who plays for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA and has won the league's Most Valuable Player award.
Nikola Đuričko is a Serbian actor known for his roles in various films and television series in the Balkans.
Nikola Kovačević is a Serbian footballer who has played for several clubs in Europe.
Fictional characters named Nikola
Nikola is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed,' known for his inventions and contributions to the storyline.
Nikola is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' who is depicted as a genius inventor.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nikola was first seen in the United States in 1960. Nikola has ranked as high as #1205 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Illinois, California, New York, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Nikola has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nikola (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 20 | |
| IL | 10 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 27 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 29 |
| 1992 | 26 |
| 1993 | 46 |
| 1994 | 50 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 45 |
| 1999 | 56 |
| 2000 | 64 |
| 2001 | 76 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 54 |
| 2004 | 73 |
| 2005 | 61 |
| 2006 | 71 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2008 | 88 |
| 2009 | 81 |
| 2010 | 81 |
| 2011 | 97 |
| 2012 | 102 |
| 2013 | 110 |
| 2014 | 120 |
| 2015 | 141 |
| 2016 | 132 |
| 2017 | 132 |
| 2018 | 148 |
| 2019 | 134 |
| 2020 | 151 |
| 2021 | 147 |
| 2022 | 125 |
| 2023 | 126 |
| 2024 | 108 |