Nichlas
Greek · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Nichlas
Nichlas is a variant spelling of Nicholas, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos (Νικόλαος), composed of "nike" (victory) and "laos" (people), meaning "victory of the people." The name is primarily used in Christian cultures and has been borne by numerous saints, most notably Saint Nicholas of Myra, a 4th-century Greek bishop venerated across Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant traditions and the historical basis for Santa Claus.
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Etymology
Nichlas is a variant spelling of Nicholas, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos (Νικόλαος), composed of "nike" (victory) and "laos" (people), meaning "victory of the people." The name is primarily used in Christian cultures and has been borne by numerous saints, most notably Saint Nicholas of Myra, a 4th-century Greek bishop venerated across Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant traditions and the historical basis for Santa Claus.
Nichlas currently ranks #12,662 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1978.
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