Nikitas
Greek · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Nikitas
The name 'Nikitas' means "victorious" or "unconquered," derived from the Greek word *nikē* (νίκη) meaning "victory." It is primarily used in Greek and Eastern Orthodox Christian cultures, notably as the name of several early Christian saints, including Saint Nikitas the Goth (4th century).
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Etymology
The name 'Nikitas' means "victorious" or "unconquered," derived from the Greek word *nikē* (νίκη) meaning "victory." It is primarily used in Greek and Eastern Orthodox Christian cultures, notably as the name of several early Christian saints, including Saint Nikitas the Goth (4th century).
Nikitas currently ranks #11,691 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1977.
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