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Nicolas
Meaning: Victory of the people
About Nicolas
Nicolas is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Victory of the people,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Nico, Nicholas. Indicative pronunciation: nee-ko-LA. Popular note: Classic in FR/ES. When considering Nicolas, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.
Origin
Greek
Variants
Nico, Nicholas
Pronunciation
nee-ko-LA
Popularity note
Classic in FR/ES
FAQ — Nicolas
What does the name Nicolas mean?
Short meaning: Victory of the people. See the long description above for cultural context.
What is the origin of Nicolas?
Most associated origin: Greek.
Are there variants of Nicolas?
Related forms: Nico, Nicholas.