Nikolaus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNIK-oh-lah-us / /ˈnɪk.ə.lɔːs/Greek; Latin; Slavic
Meaning
Victory of the people (Greek); people's victory (Latin); victory of the people (Slavic)
Historical & Cultural Background
Nikolaus is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means 'victory of the people.' The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Europe, due to its association with Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity. Saint Nicholas is the inspiration for the modern figure of Santa Claus. The name has various forms and adaptations across different languages and cultures.
Trend Summary
Nikolaus has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable increase during the holiday season.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nikolas
- Nicolas
- Nick
International Variants
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolas (French)
- Nikola (Slavic)
- Nicola (Italian)
Famous people named Nikolaus
Nikolaus Copernicus was a Renaissance mathematician and astronomer who formulated a model of the universe that placed the Sun rather than the Earth at its center.
Nikolaus II was the last Emperor of Russia, reigning from 1894 until his abdication in 1917.
Fictional characters named Nikolaus
Nikolaus is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda,' known for his role in the lore surrounding the game's universe.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nikolaus was first seen in the United States in 1955. Nikolaus has ranked as high as #1139 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Nikolaus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nikolaus (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 47 |
| 1979 | 67 |
| 1980 | 70 |
| 1981 | 64 |
| 1982 | 52 |
| 1983 | 56 |
| 1984 | 51 |
| 1985 | 50 |
| 1986 | 63 |
| 1987 | 67 |
| 1988 | 73 |
| 1989 | 71 |
| 1990 | 75 |
| 1991 | 89 |
| 1992 | 96 |
| 1993 | 66 |
| 1994 | 98 |
| 1995 | 87 |
| 1996 | 80 |
| 1997 | 78 |
| 1998 | 86 |
| 1999 | 75 |
| 2000 | 72 |
| 2001 | 68 |
| 2002 | 54 |
| 2003 | 64 |
| 2004 | 63 |
| 2005 | 52 |
| 2006 | 40 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 48 |
| 2009 | 43 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 47 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 30 |