Nickolaus
Nickolaus is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Victory of the people.
Origin and history
Nickolaus is a variant spelling of Nicholas, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos. It translates to 'victory of the people' and has long been used in Germanic and Western cultures. In the United States, it is a relatively rare alternative spelling compared to Nicholas or Nicholas-derived forms.
Popularity in the United States
1,795 babies in the United States have been named Nickolaus since 1880. It ranks #3021 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (50.4 %)
- TX (19.8 %)
- OH (6.8 %)
- FL (6.5 %)
- IL (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 10 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 144 |
| 1980-1990 | 536 |
| 1990-2000 | 609 |
| 2000-2010 | 381 |
| 2010-2019 | 99 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Nick, Nicki, Nicky, Klaus
Fun facts
- The spelling Nickolaus blends the Greek roots 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people) with a modern phonetic element.
- Germanic forms of Saint Nicholas often used the 'k' and 'u' variations in spelling throughout Europe.