What is the origin of the name Nikoli?

Nikoli is a name of Russian origin.

How popular is the name Nikoli?

Nikoli is currently ranked #7105 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Nikoli?

Nikoli is pronounced ni-KO-lee.

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Nikoli

ni-KO-lee

Popularity

#7105

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Russian

Total Births

657

Peak Year

#40 in 2010

First Recorded

1989

Style

Classic & Timeless, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Nikoli is a Russian form of Nicholas, which is of Greek origin meaning 'victory of the people'.

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Niko Kolya

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Numerology

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

Nikoli Tesla
Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer, known for AC.

Nicknames

Niko Kolya

Spelling Variations

Nikolai Nikolay Nicola

Similar Names

Nicholas Nikita Nico Alexei

Personality Traits

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