Nicolas
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Victory of the people
Origin: Greek/French/Spanish
Popularity: Ranked #177 in 2025 with 2,053 babies born.
History: Nicolas is the French and Spanish form of Nicholas. It has been widely used across Europe and Latin America for centuries. The slight spelling variation distinguishes it from the anglicized Nicholas while preserving its deep Christian and classical heritage.
Famous people named Nicolas: Nicolas Cage (actor), Nicolas Sarkozy (French president)
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Nicolas? About 1 in 1,621 babies born in 2025 were named Nicolas, or roughly 5.6 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Nicolas
What does the name Nicolas mean?
Nicolas means “Victory of the people” from Greek/French/Spanish roots.
What is the origin of the name Nicolas?
Nicolas has Greek/French/Spanish origin. The traditional meaning is “Victory of the people”.
How popular is Nicolas?
Nicolas ranked #177 in 2025 — given to 2,053 babies that year.
When was Nicolas most popular?
Nicolas peaked in 2003 with 3,003 babies registered that year.
Is Nicolas a boy or girl name?
Nicolas is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Nicolass in registered births are male.
Is the name Nicolas rising or falling in popularity?
Nicolas has risen 25 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #202 in 2020 to #177 in 2025.
How long has Nicolas been recorded?
Nicolas appears in birth records across 129 years — from 1882 through 2025.