Nicholis
Nicholis is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Victory of the people.
Origin and history
Nicholis is a variant spelling of the classic Greek name Nicholas, meaning 'victory of the people'. While less common than the traditional spelling, it carries the same ancient heritage and enduring appeal. In the U.S., it serves as a rare, modern orthographic alternative.
Popularity in the United States
742 babies in the United States have been named Nicholis since 1880. It ranks #3934 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- CA (87.2 %)
- MN (12.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 68 |
| 1980-1990 | 252 |
| 1990-2000 | 248 |
| 2000-2010 | 128 |
| 2010-2019 | 31 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Nicknames
Nick, Nico, Nicki
Fun facts
- Nicholis is an alternative spelling of Nicholas, a name with roots extending back to ancient Greece.
- With just over 700 registered occurrences since 1880, Nicholis is a distinctively rare variant in the United States.