Mikolaj Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmee-KOH-lie / /miˈkɔlaj/Polish; Hebrew
Meaning
Victory of the people (Polish); Who is like God? (Hebrew)
Historical & Cultural Background
Mikolaj is a Polish variant of the name Nicholas, which has roots in the Greek name Nikolaos. In Polish culture, it is often associated with St. Nicholas, a beloved figure known for his generosity. In Hebrew, the name reflects a biblical tradition, emphasizing the connection to God.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Mikołaj
- Miko
- Niko
International Variants
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolas (French)
- Nikola (Bulgarian)
Famous people named Mikolaj
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Fictional characters named Mikolaj
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mikolaj was first seen in the United States in 1994. Mikolaj has ranked as high as #1371 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Mikolaj has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mikolaj (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 6 |