Nicolai
Nicolai is a boy's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Victory of the people.
Origin and history
Nicolai is a variant of Nikolai, the Slavic form of the Greek name Nicholas. It translates to 'victory of the people' and carries a strong, classic Eastern European heritage. In the United States, it is a uncommon yet recognizable choice for parents seeking an international alternative to Nicholas.
Popularity in the United States
1,865 babies in the United States have been named Nicolai since 1880. It ranks #2970 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1601.
States where it is most popular
- CA (54.8 %)
- TX (18.6 %)
- FL (13 %)
- NY (5.4 %)
- OH (2 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 12 |
| 1970-1980 | 48 |
| 1980-1990 | 125 |
| 1990-2000 | 284 |
| 2000-2010 | 463 |
| 2010-2019 | 607 |
| 2020-2029 | 326 |
Famous people named Nicolai
- Nicolai Gedda: Opera Singer, Tenor
- Nicolai Bergmann: Artist, Designer
Nicknames
Nico, Cole, Nick
Fun facts
- It is a prominent historical name among Russian nobility and cultural figures.
- The name stems from the Greek elements 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people).