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Nik

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Nik is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Nik is often a short form of Nicholas, a Greek name meaning 'victory of the people'. It's a strong and universally recognized short name.”. It currently ranks #13605 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2005.

Letters3
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OriginGreek

What Nik Means

Nik is often a short form of Nicholas, a Greek name meaning 'victory of the people'. It's a strong and universally recognized short name.

The Story of Nik

This short, strong name carries the echoes of ancient victories, a name for a celebrated spirit.

Nik, often a concise form of Nicholas, traces its roots to the Greek 'Nike,' meaning victory, and 'laos,' meaning people. It gained prominence as a standalone name in the mid-20th century.

You imagine a son who approaches life with energetic drive and a spirit of winning. Nik is a name that resonates with that sociable, direct, and victorious energy.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Nik Wallenda

    Famous tightrope walker known for daring stunts.

  • Nik P.

    Austrian pop singer, popular in German-speaking countries.

Personality Traits

EnergeticDirectSociableLeader

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#9 in 2005

Total Births

211

First Recorded

1964

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