Victory of the people
Nikos is the quintessential Greek diminutive of Nikolaos. It shares the same etymological roots as Nicholas, combining 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people). While common in Greece, it remains a distinctive and energetic choice in the United States.
Less common today
Nikos isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,296 in 1997.
Giant of modern Greek literature and author of Zorba the Greek
Hall of Fame professional basketball player
Prominent Greek-French television host
Protagonist of the video game Grand Theft Auto IV · Grand Theft Auto IV
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
