Nicanor

“the victorious one; 'conqueror'.”

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10475US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

762All-time births

📅 Since 191300

How to pronounce Nicanor

NIK·AN·AWR

/ˈnɪk.ˈæn.ˈɔr/ · stress on NIK · 3 syllables

“the victorious one; 'conqueror'.”

Greece origin · Boy name

What does Nicanor mean and where does it come from?

Nicanor is of Greek origin, known to mean 'the victorious one'. It has historical significance, and was notably borne by Nicanor of Alexandria, a minor character in biblical references. The name is more commonly found in Spain and Latin American countries today, where it holds connotations of succes

Cultural significance

Nicanor has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the victorious one; 'conqueror'..

Peak popularity

Reached #2277 in 1954 — currently #10475 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Nicanor?

Nicanor works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Nicanor Grace

How popular is Nicanor right now?

Falling — down 2345 spots — currently #10475 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#10475 · Top 7.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10475	7	▼ down 2345 · -30% births
2022	#8130	10	▲ up 1300 · +25% births
2021	#9430	8	▲ up 1180 · +33% births
2020	#10610	6	▲ up 121
2015	#10731	6	▼ down 1861 · -25% births
2010	#8870	8	▼ down 3262 · -43% births
2005	#5608	14	▲ up 24 · +17% births
2000	#5632	12	▼ down 783
1995	#4849	12	▲ up 2447 · +100% births
1990	#7296	6	▼ down 2878 · -33% births
1985	#4418	9	▼ down 938 · -25% births
1980	#3480	12	▼ down 177 · +9% births
1975	#3303	11	▲ up 646 · +57% births
1970	#3949	7	▼ down 278 · +17% births
1965	#3671	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Nicanor

Best Year1960Rank #2371

Peak Count14

Average Rank#5907

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 202320 years

The story of Nicanor

Nicanor entered American naming records in 1913 and has been in use for over 111 years. With 762 total births recorded, Nicanor remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4519 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10475 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Nicanor in 1954:

Michael Robert James John David

Nicanor by decade

Nicanor peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	18
1920s	41
1930s	33
1940s	48
1950s	57
1960s	73
1970s	94
1980s ★	117
1990s	110
2000s	111
2010s	54
2020s	6

💎Nicanor has only 762 total recorded births since 1913 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Nicanor?

Common

NicNicieNicyAnor

What names sound and feel like Nicanor?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Nicanor also consider these

Nicandro

Greece · Victory of the

Nichalos

Greece · Victory of the

Nichlos

Greece · Greek

Isador

Greece · Gift of Isis

Escanor

Japan · 月の光 (Tsuki no

Delanor

American · Possibly an elaboration

How is Nicanor written in other languages?

Νικανωρ

Ancient Greek

What are the girl versions of Nicanor?

Nike ANCIENT GREEK Nike GREEK MYTHOLOGY Niketas ANCIENT GREEK Mikita BELARUSIAN Nikita BELARUSIAN Nika RUSSIAN Nikita RUSSIAN Mykyta UKRAINIAN Nikita UKRAINIAN

Common questions about the name Nicanor

What does the name Nicanor mean?

Nicanor means "the victorious one; 'conqueror'." — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Nicanor?

Nicanor is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Nicanor have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Nicanor?

Nicanor originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Nicanor?

Nicanor is a three-syllable name pronounced N IH1 K AE1 N AO1 R. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Nicanor?

Nicanor pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.