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Niccolò
Victory of the people (Tuscan form)
Origin
Greek
Used in
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Origin and meaning of Niccolò
Niccolò is the Tuscan variant of Nicola, from the Greek Nikolaos, made of nikē, 'victory', and laos, 'people': it thus means 'victor with the people' or 'victory of the people'. Made illustrious by figures such as Machiavelli and Paganini, it is an elegant name deeply rooted in Italian tradition, especially in Tuscany. Much loved across Italy today, it joins the solemnity of its classical root to a noble, refined sound.
Variants around the world
How Niccolò sounds in other languages.
NicholasNicolasNikolausNikolaiNicolás
Famous people
- Niccolò Machiavelli— philosopher
- Niccolò Paganini— musician
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Niccolò mean?
The name Niccolò means Victory of the people (Tuscan form).
What is the origin of the name Niccolò?
Origin of Niccolò: Greek.
What are the international variants of the name Niccolò?
International variants of Niccolò: Nicholas, Nicolas, Nikolaus, Nikolai, and Nicolás.