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