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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Victory of the people
- Origin
- Greek (via Nicolaus/Nikolai)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- NIK-oh-ly
Nicolai is a boy's name with Greek roots, coming from Nicolaus/Nikolai, and it carries the meaning "victory of the people." It's pronounced NIK-oh-ly. If you're weighing it for a baby, it's worth knowing how it's said and where it traces back before you commit.
Meaning & Origin of Nicolai
Meaning: Victory of the people.
Origin: Greek (via Nicolaus/Nikolai).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Nicolai
NIK-oh-lyIPA /ˈnɪkəlaɪ/
Popularity of Nicolai
Nicolai peaked in 2015 at #1883 with 78 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had fallen to #2581 with just 52 — SSA has tracked it since 1962.
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FAQ
What does the name Nicolai mean?
Victory of the people. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Nicolai?
Nicolai is pronounced NIK-oh-ly (IPA: /ˈnɪkəlaɪ/).
Is Nicolai a popular name right now?
Nicolai peaked at #1883 in 2015 and is ranked #2581 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1962–2024.)
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