Boy name
Nikolaus name meaning
“victory of the people”
Nikolaus is a masculine name meaning “victory of the people”. It is a European form of Greek Nikolaos, combining nikē, “victory”, and laos, “people”. The name also has an established connection with Christian naming tradition through Saint Nicholas, alongside its meaning drawn from those two Greek elements.
What does Nikolaus mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Nikolaus
A European form of Greek Nikolaos, combining nikē, 'victory', and laos, 'people'. Saint Nicholas established its association with Christian naming.
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Name combinations with Nikolaus
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Nikolaus, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Nikolaus: victory of the people
- Xavier: a new house
- Korneles: associated with a horn
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Meaning of each word
- Nikolaus: victory of the people
- Josua: the Lord is salvation
- Patrick: nobleman, of noble descent
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Nikolaus Theodore
Meaning of each word
- Nikolaus: victory of the people
- Theodore: gift from God
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Meaning of each word
- Jhon: God is gracious
- Nikolaus: victory of the people
- Vianney: from a place named Vianney
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Nikolaus Linus
Meaning of each word
- Nikolaus: victory of the people
- Linus: flax plant or linen fibre
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Meaning of each word
- Nikolaus: victory of the people
- Pit: stone, rock
- Micky: who is like God?
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How to pronounce Nikolaus
| Syllables | 3 · 8 letters · 8-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦤꦶꦏꦺꦴꦭꦲꦸꦱ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮔᮤᮊᮧᮜᮅᮞ᮪ |
Is Nikolaus a boy’s name?
Yes, Nikolaus is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Nikolaus ranks #2,940 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Nikolaus
Names with related meanings
- Wijaya♂Victory, triumph
- Jaya♂Victorious, attaining triumph
- Fauzi♂Relating to success or victory
- Johan♂God is gracious
- Fauzan♂Success, triumph
- Victor♂One who wins
- Mansur♂One granted victory or aid
- Yanto♂Triumphant, victorious
- Steven♂Crown or victory wreath
- Mansyur♂Aided to victory
- Sanjaya♂Complete victory
- Djohan♂♀God is gracious
Famous people named Nikolaus
- Nikolaus Joaquin · b. 2005
- Nikolaus Fransiskus
- Nikolaus Kondomo · b. 1964
- Nikolaus Ngeljaratan · b. 1964
FAQ about the name Nikolaus
What is the meaning of Nikolaus?
Nikolaus means victory of the people. A European form of Greek Nikolaos, combining nikē, 'victory', and laos, 'people'. Saint Nicholas established its association with Christian naming.
Is Nikolaus a boy’s name?
Yes, Nikolaus is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Nikolaus?
Nikolaus is of Greek and European origin.
How many syllables does Nikolaus have?
Nikolaus has 3 syllables (Ni-ko-laus) and 8 letters.
How popular is the name Nikolaus?
Nikolaus ranks #2,940 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Nikolaus?
Some ideas: Nikolaus Xavier Korneles; Nikolaus Josua Patrick; Nikolaus Theodore.
Famous people named Nikolaus?
Notable people named Nikolaus include Nikolaus Joaquin, Nikolaus Fransiskus, Nikolaus Kondomo.
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