Nikos
Nikos is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Victory of the people.
Origin and history
Nikos is a traditional Greek name derived from Nikolaos. It translates to 'victory of the people' and serves as both a common standalone name and a diminutive. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare choice primarily used within families honoring Greek heritage.
Popularity in the United States
882 babies in the United States have been named Nikos since 1880. It ranks #3796 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1838.
States where it is most popular
- CA (64.3 %)
- NY (26.8 %)
- PA (8.9 %)
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 | 41 |
| 1970-1980 | 91 |
| 1980-1990 | 128 |
| 1990-2000 | 152 |
| 2000-2010 | 195 |
| 2010-2019 | 186 |
| 2020-2029 | 89 |
Famous people named Nikos
- Nikos Kazantzakis: Writer, Novelist
- Nikos Galis: Basketball Player
Fun facts
- Nikos originated as the standard modern Greek short form of the classical name Nikolaos.
- Renowned Greek author Nikos Kazantzakis wrote classic works such as Zorba the Greek.