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Nicholas name meaning
First Name
908k
in the U.S.
since 1880
908k
in the U.S.
since 1880
Last Name
28k
in the U.S.
in 2010
28k
in the U.S.
in 2010
Girls
Boys
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Nicholas mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Nicholas
User Submitted Origins
Greek
62%
English
33%
African
3%
Puerto Rican
3%
User Submitted Meanings
- 10 submissions from all over the world agree the name Nicholas means "Victory of the people" and is of Greek origin.
- According to 5 people from all over the world, the name Nicholas is of English origin and means "Peoples victory".
- According to a user from Missouri, U.S., the name Nicholas is of English origin and means "Victory to and of people".
- According to a user from New Zealand, the name Nicholas is of Greek origin and means "Nike,a greek god and victory".
- According to a user from Washington, U.S., the name Nicholas is of Roman origin and means "Victorious, coming from the Roman Goddess Nike, the patron of victory".
- 2 submissions from the United Kingdom and China agree the name Nicholas means "victory" and is of English origin.
- A submission from Wisconsin, U.S. says the name Nicholas means "Victory of the peope" and is of Greek origin.
- A submission from Virginia, U.S. says the name Nicholas means "The people's champion.The people's victor" and is of Greek origin.
- A submission from Jamaica says the name Nicholas means "The 'Gift of God', according to user from Kenya who stated that the name is of Indian (Sanskrit) origin" and is of African origin.
- According to a user from Kenya, the name Nicholas is of Indian (Sanskrit) origin and means "Gift of God".
International Interest
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Other Dictionary Sources
- A bishop in Asia Minor who is associated with Santa Claus (4th century)
Wiktionary
From Middle English Nicholas, from Old French Nicholas, from Latin Nīcolāus, from Ancient Greek Νικόλαος (Nikólaos), from νίκη (níkē, “victory”) + λαός (laós, “people”)
- A male given name from Ancient Greek. Best known for St. Nicholas of Myre, on whom Father Christmas is based.
- A patronymic surname.
Nicholas was also found in the following language(s): Middle English
Notable Persons Named Nicholas
Notable Persons Named Nicholas
Nicholas II of Russia
His most notable accomplishments were from 20 to 1894. Nicholas was born as the child of Alexander III of Russia and Maria Feodorovna (Dagmar of Denmark) on May 18th, 1868 in Alexander Palace. He died on July 17th, 1918.
Nicholas Hoult
Nicholas Hoult is an actor. He has had major accomplishments since 1996. Nicholas was given the name Nicholas Caradoc Hoult on December 7th, 1989 in Wokingham, Berkshire, England.
Nick Jonas
Nick Jonas is a pop music musician. He plays Gibson SG, Fender Telecaster, and Gibson ES-335. He has been prominent since 2000. Nick was given the name Nicholas Jerry Jonas on September 16th, 1992 in Dallas, Texas, United States. Nick is also known as Nick Jonas.
Nick Cannon
Nick Cannon is a rapper, actor, comedian, television host, radio personality, entrepreneur, and record producer. His most notable accomplishments were from 1998 to present. Nick was given the name Nicholas Scott Cannon on October 8th, 1980 in San Diego, California, U.S.
Nick Cave
Nick Cave is a post-punk, gothic rock, alternative rock, experimental rock, and garage rock musician. He plays Piano, Electronic organ, Harmonica, Guitar, Percussion instrument, Saxophone, Drum kit, and Vocals. He was most prominent from 1973 to present. Nick was given the name Nicholas Edward Cave on September 22nd, 1957 in Warracknabeal, Victoria, Australia.
Nick Kroll
Nick Kroll is an actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He has had major accomplishments since 2004. Nick was given the name Nicholas J. Kroll on June 5th, 1978 in New York City.
- Nick VujicicEvangelism
- Nicholas SparksNovelist
- Nick NolteActor
- Nick DrakeMusician
- Nick RobinsonAmerican Actor
- Nick FrostActor
- Nicholas IRoyalty
- Nick MasonMusician
- Nick LacheySinger
- Nicholas WintonHumanitarian
- Nick SwardsonStand-up Comedian
- Nick CassavetesActor
- Nicholas D'AgostoActor
- Nicholas BraunActor
Notable Persons With the Last Name Nicholas
Notable Persons With the Last Name Nicholas
Saint Nicholas
Saint Nicholas was a saint. He holds the title Defender of Orthodoxy, Wonderworker, Holy Hierarch, and Bishop of Myra. Saint was born on March 15th, 0270 in Patara, Lycia. He died on December 6th, 0343.
Thomas Ian Nicholas
Thomas Ian Nicholas is an actor, singer, musician, producer, director, and writer. He has been prominent since 1987. Thomas was born Thomas Ian Nicholas on July 10th, 1980 in Las Vegas Valley.
Denise Nicholas
Denise Nicholas is an actor, activism, actress, and social activist. Her career lasted from 1968 to 2004. Denise was given the name Donna Denise Nicholas on July 12th, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Henry Nicholas
Henry Nicholas is a -entrepreneur, -philanthropist, -victims' rights advocate, -chairman of the henry t. nicholas, iii foundation, -chairman of nicholas education foundation, -chairman of marsy's law for all, -former co-chairman of the board, president, chief executive offic. Henry was given the name Henry Thompson Nicholas III by his parent Marcella Leach in 1959 in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
Paul Nicholas
Paul Nicholas is a pop, stage, screen, pop music, and film musician. His most notable accomplishments were from 1960 to present. Paul was given the name Paul Oscar Beuselinck on December 3rd, 1945 in Peterborough, England, UK. Paul is also known as Paul Dean.
Charlie Nicholas
Charlie Nicholas is a soccer player for the Celtic F.C., Arsenal F.C., Aberdeen F.C., Clyde F.C., Scotland national under-21 football team, Scotland national football team, and Scotland national football B team. Charlie was born on December 30th, 1961 in Glasgow, Scotland.
Common last names for Nicholas
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Nicholas | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 73.29% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 17.12% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 1.22% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.73% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 2.40% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 4.24% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Nicholas
People with the last name Nicholas are most frequently White or African American
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Fun Facts about the name Nicholas
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