Meaning
Nicholas is a greek name meaning “Victory of the people”.
History
From nike (victory) and laos (people), borne by Saint Nicholas, the fourth-century bishop whose generosity inspired the legend of Santa Claus. It has been a staple across Europe for centuries.
Popularity
Ranked #120 in 2026 · down 50 places since 1996
Lower is more popular. Ranks are illustrative directory data.