Nickolas
“victory of the people”
Greece origin · Boy name
#1498US 2025
118Births / yr
↑Rising
38.9kAll-time births
📅 Since 198000
How to pronounce Nickolas
NIK·ul·uz
/ˈnɪk.əl.əz/ · stress on NIK · 3 syllables
“victory of the people”
Greece origin · Boy name
What does Nickolas mean and where does it come from?
Nickolas is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos (Νικόλαος), meaning 'victory of the people' (from 'nike' meaning victory and 'laos' meaning people). While traditionally a male name, it has increasingly been used as a female name, especially in English-speaking countries. Notable figures include Sai
Cultural significance
Nickolas has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of victory of the people.
Peak popularity
Reached #1498 in 2025 — currently #1498 in the US.
How popular is Nickolas right now?
Rising — up 47 spots — currently #1498 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Nickolas
Nickolas is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. A total of 38,717 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8211 in 1980 to #673 in 2023. Nickolas is used for both genders: 0% female and 100% male.
Names that peaked alongside Nickolas in 2025:
Nickolas by decade
Nickolas peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 30 | |
| 1890s | 17 | |
| 1900s | 66 | |
| 1910s | 823 | |
| 1920s | 1,302 | |
| 1930s | 684 | |
| 1940s | 768 | |
| 1950s | 1,002 | |
| 1960s | 911 | |
| 1970s | 2,378 | |
| 1980s | 7,279 | |
| 1990s ★ | 10,728 | |
| 2000s | 9,012 | |
| 2010s | 3,524 | |
| 2020s | 425 |
What are good nicknames for Nickolas?
CROATIAN
NikicaNikoNikša
DANISH
CaiCajClausKaiKajKayKlausNelsNielsNils
DUTCH
KaiKlaasNickNicoNiek
ENGLISH
ColinCollinNicNickNickyNik
How is Nickolas written in other languages?
What are the girl versions of Nickolas?
Nikole BASQUENikol BULGARIANNikolina BULGARIANLina CROATIANNika CROATIANNikolina CROATIANNicol CZECHNicola CZECHNikol CZECHNikola CZECHKlasina DUTCHKlazina DUTCHNicol DUTCHNicole DUTCHNicolet DUTCHNicoline DUTCHBRITISH(Nichola ENGLISHNichole ENGLISHNicky ENGLISHNicola ENGLISHNicole ENGLISHNikki ENGLISHNikkole ENGLISHNikole ENGLISHColette FRENCHColine FRENCHNicole FRENCHNicolette FRENCHNicol GERMANNicola GERMANNicole GERMANNikola GERMANNikoleta GREEKNikoletta GREEKNikolett HUNGARIANNikoletta HUNGARIANLina ITALIANNicoletta ITALIANNicolina ITALIANNikolina MACEDONIANNikora MAORINikola POLISHNicoleta ROMANIANNikolina SERBIANNikola SLOVAKNika SLOVENENicolasa SPANISH
Common questions about the name Nickolas
What does the name Nickolas mean?
Nickolas means "victory of the people" — 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 Nickolas?
Nickolas is currently ranked #673 as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Nickolas?
Nickolas 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 Nickolas?
Nickolas is a three-syllable name pronounced NIK-ul-uz. 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 Nickolas?
Nickolas 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.