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Nicholas
BoyGreek origin Β· /NIK-uh-lus/ Β· classic
Meaning: Victory of the people.
Popularity 98/1003 syllablesβ Falling
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Today, Nicholas is one of the most common baby names (popularity 98/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
The name Nicholas derives from the Greek name ΞΞΉΞΊΟΞ»Ξ±ΞΏΟ (Nikolaos), composed of the elements 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people). It gained prominence through Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity, who inspired the figure of Santa Claus. The name spread across Europe during the Middle Ages and remains popular in many languages and cultures.
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