Victory of the people
A Scandinavian form of Nicholas, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos. It combines the elements 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people), signifying a leader who brings triumph to his community.
Less common today
Nicklas isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,141 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Swedish professional ice hockey player
Danish professional footballer
Swedish Hall of Fame hockey defenseman
