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Nicolas
victory of the people
Origin
Greek
Used in
ro
Origin and meaning of Nicolas
Nicolas comes from the Greek Nikólaos, combining níkē ('victory') and laós ('people'): 'victory of the people'. Widespread across Europe thanks to the cult of Saint Nicholas of Myra, in Romania it coexists with the traditional Nicolae, but this internationally spelled variant is increasingly chosen in big cities by parents who want a name that reads easily abroad while keeping the saintly connection.
Variants around the world
How Nicolas sounds in other languages.
NicolaNicolaeNikolasNicolás
Famous people
- Nicolas Sarkozy— statesman
- Nicolas Cage— actor
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nicolas mean?
The name Nicolas means victory of the people.
What is the origin of the name Nicolas?
Origin of Nicolas: Greek.
What are the international variants of the name Nicolas?
International variants of Nicolas: Nicola, Nicolae, Nikolas, and Nicolás.