Nikolaos Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnee-KOH-laos / niˈkolaosGreek
Meaning
Victory of the people
Historical & Cultural Background
Nikolaos is a traditional Greek name derived from the elements 'nikē' meaning 'victory' and 'laos' meaning 'people'. It has been borne by several saints, most notably Saint Nicholas, who is the patron saint of children and sailors. The name has been popular in various cultures and has influenced many variants across Europe. It remains a common name in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide.
Trend Summary
The name Nikolaos has maintained consistent popularity in Greece, with variations like Nicolas being more common in other cultures.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nikolas
- Nicolas
- Nick
International Variants
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolas (French)
- Nicola (Italian)
- Nikolai (Russian)
Famous people named Nikolaos
Nikolaos Koutoupis was a Greek politician known for his contributions to local governance.
Nikolaos Kallikrates was an ancient Greek architect credited with designing significant temples.
Nikolaos Tsiflikis is a contemporary Greek artist recognized for his modern interpretations of classical themes.
Nikolaos Kourkoulas is a notable Greek scientist in the field of marine biology.
Fictional characters named Nikolaos
Nikolaos is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey', serving as a mentor to the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nikolaos was first seen in the United States in 1962. Nikolaos has ranked as high as #1338 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Nikolaos has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nikolaos (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 19 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 34 |
| 1975 | 31 |
| 1976 | 36 |
| 1977 | 36 |
| 1978 | 37 |
| 1979 | 48 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 36 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 35 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2004 | 49 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 49 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2010 | 47 |
| 2011 | 48 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 47 |
| 2014 | 57 |
| 2015 | 42 |
| 2016 | 48 |
| 2017 | 40 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 46 |
| 2020 | 48 |
| 2021 | 56 |
| 2022 | 48 |
| 2023 | 50 |
| 2024 | 47 |