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Nikolaj

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Nikolaj is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A Slavic form of 'Nicholas,' derived from the Greek 'Nikolaos,' meaning 'victory of the people.' It is associated with Saint Nicholas.”. It currently ranks #9586 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2019.

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OriginGreek

What Nikolaj Means

A Slavic form of 'Nicholas,' derived from the Greek 'Nikolaos,' meaning 'victory of the people.' It is associated with Saint Nicholas.

The Story of Nikolaj

He arrives with the flair of a celebrated storyteller, a name that whispers of charisma and generosity.

A Slavic variation of Nicholas, Nikolaj stems from the Greek 'Nikolaos,' meaning 'victory of the people.' It has been recognized in recent records since 2001, often associated with figures of influence.

You see your son as a charismatic figure, someone who naturally draws people in with warmth and generosity. This name suggests a life filled with influential connections and joyful celebrations of shared victories.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

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

Famous Namesakes

  • Nikolaj Gogol

    Celebrated Russian writer, author of 'Dead Souls' and 'The Overcoat'.

  • Nikolaj Coster-Waldau

    Danish actor famous for his role as Jaime Lannister in Game of Thrones.

Personality Traits

VictoriousCharismaticGenerousInfluential

Peak Year

#19 in 2019

Total Births

154

First Recorded

2001

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