Nikolay Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnee-koh-LIE / nɪkəˈlaɪSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Victory of the people (Slavic); people's victory (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
Nikolay is a Slavic name derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means 'victory of the people.' It has been widely used in Eastern European countries, particularly Russia and Bulgaria, where it is often associated with Saint Nicholas, a revered figure in Christianity. The name has also been adopted in various forms across different cultures, reflecting its enduring popularity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nikolai
- Nick
- Niko
International Variants
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolas (French)
- Nicola (Italian)
Famous people named Nikolay
Nikolay Gogol — Russian writer.
Nikolay Davydenko — Russian tennis player.
Fictional characters named Nikolay
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nikolay was first seen in the United States in 1992. Nikolay has ranked as high as #1320 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Texas, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Nikolay has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nikolay (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 19 |