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Nickolas
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
39,282
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1998
Peak Popularity Year
1,156
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Nickolas stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Nickolas is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'victory of the people'. It evolved from Nikolaos to Nicholas and then to Nickolas, reflecting its historical journey. The name is associated with traits of generosity and friendliness, partly due to the influence of the famous Saint Nicholas. It does not have a specific biblical background, and it gained popularity in the Christian context. Today, Nickolas is seen as a modern name with a positive image.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈnɪkələs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Nickolas is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which is composed of the elements 'nikē' meaning 'victory' and 'laos' meaning 'people'. Thus, it translates to 'victory of the people'.
Meaning
victory of the people
Language Evolution
Nikolaos, Nicholas, Nickolas
Historical Usage
The name Nicholas gained popularity in the Christian world due to Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity, which led to the tradition of gift-giving.
Variants & Derivatives
Nicholas, Nick, Nico, Cole
Modern Popularity & Image
Nickolas is often viewed as a modern and versatile name, associated with friendliness and approachability.
Famous People
Saint Nicholas, Nickolas Ashford, Nickolas Rae
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,156 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Idaho
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 22 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 560th of 7545 | 1,968 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 733rd of 6773 | 1,338 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 762nd of 7552 | 1,763 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 542nd of 10718 | 3,541 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 279th of 16616 | 13,909 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 346th of 24088 | 13,874 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 932nd of 23106 | 2,788 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 17532nd of 19264 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15798th of 27321 | 35 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |