Victory of the people
Derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, it combines 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people). It is a common spelling in Greece, Germany, and Scandinavia, offering a more international flair than the standard English Nicholas.
About 375 boys were named Nikolas in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Long-running character on the soap opera General Hospital · General Hospital
American acrobat and high-wire artist
Greek professional basketball player
American map artist and blogger
The same feel as Nikolas — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
