What is the origin of the name Nicholaus?

Nicholaus is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Nicholaus?

Nicholaus is currently ranked #7572 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Nicholaus?

Nicholaus is pronounced NIK-oh-lus.

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Nicholaus

NIK-oh-lus

Popularity

#7572

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

3,255

Peak Year

#168 in 1981

First Recorded

1950

Style

Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Nicholaus is the original Greek form of Nicholas. It means 'victory of the people', derived from the Greek elements 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people).

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Numerology

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Nicknames

Nick Nico

Spelling Variations

Nicholas Nikolaus

Similar Names

Theodore Alexander Christopher Matthias

Personality Traits

LeaderAmbitiousIntelligentGenerous

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