Nicholas as a Male Name
Nicholas is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Nicholas for a boy get a name with a clear Greek heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Nicholas means “victory of the people” and is of Greek origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Nick, Nicolas, Nikolai, Nico, Niklas.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Nicholas across all genders, see the complete Nicholas name meaning.
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Is Nicholas a boy's name?+
Nicholas is most commonly a boy's name. It means “victory of the people” and is of Greek origin.
What does Nicholas mean?+
Nicholas means “victory of the people” and originates from Greek.