People of victory
A variant of Nicholas, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos. It combines the elements 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people), signifying a leader who brings triumph to their community.
Less common today
Nicolai isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,877 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned Swedish operatic tenor
Celebrated Bulgarian opera singer
German philosopher known for ontology
Russian-American painter known for portraits
