Nikola

Nikola is a first name for boys and girls that originally derives from the Greek name Nikolaos (Nikólaos). It is considered both the Germanized and Slavic spelling of the Italian name Nicola or a feminine form of Nikolaus.

What does the name Nikola mean?

Nikola is a first name for boys and girls that originally derives from the Greek name Nikolaos (Nikólaos). It is considered both the Germanized and Slavic spelling of the Italian name Nicola or a feminine form of Nikolaus. According to Greek usage, the name can mean both 'the victory of the people' and 'the victor over the people.' Some sources also interpret it as 'the victorious one.' The origin of the name lies in ancient Greek, derived from the two components níkē (νίκη) meaning 'victory' and laós (λαός) meaning 'the people,' 'the army,' or 'the war people.' The name became globally recognized through Saint Nicholas, who lived as the Bishop of Myra in the 4th century. In all Christian countries, Nicholas Day (December 6) is celebrated with various customs (gifts for children). In the English-speaking world, Santa Claus is more common. In Slavic, it translates to Sveti Nikola = Saint Nicholas. In Southern Europe, the spelling Nicola is generally used. In the German-speaking area, the variant Nikola is predominantly given to boys, while Nicola is mostly given to girls. Other short forms include Nic, Nik, Nick, Nico, and Niko.

Where does the name Nikola come from?

Etymology Nikola is a male and female first name of ancient Greek origin meaning 'the victory of the people' or 'the victor over the people.' Ancient Greek

How do you pronounce Nikola?

Sound & pronunciation of Nikola: The name Nikola is three to four syllables and softly modulated. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Ni-ko-la' [ˈniːkola], combining a bright initial syllable with open vowels. The rounded ending on 'a' gives the name a sense of expansiveness. Nikola feels international and harmonious - sonorous, calm, and present.

When is the name day of Nikola?

The name day of Nikola is September 10 and December 6.

Popularity

Nikola is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 467th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 1996, reaching 71st place. In the last ten years, Nikola has been given as a first name about 1,100 times, placing it 530th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 540th.

Nicknames & pet names

Kola / Kuer / Nia / Nicki / Nidscho / Niggo / Nik / Nika / Niki / Nikki / Niko / Nikolaisen / Nikolina / Nikolita / Nini / Ola

Similar first names

Famous people

• Nikola Aksentijevic (Yugoslav football player)
• Nikola Aljetic (handball player from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
• Nikola Anne Mehlhorn (German writer)
• Nikola Avramov (Bulgarian artist)
• Nikola Banjac (Yugoslav football player)
• Nikola Basic (architect from Croatia)
• Nikola Bitnarova (biathlete from the Czech Republic)
• Nikola Bozidarevic (American painter)
• Nikola Bulatovic (Montenegrin basketball player)
• Nikola Ciric (tennis player from Yugoslavia)
• Nikola Danihelkova (Czech football player)
• Nikola Dubois (Australian actress)
• Nikola Eterovic (archbishop from Yugoslavia)
• Nikola Georgiyev (football player from Russia)
• Nikola Hofmanova (Austrian tennis player)
• Nikola Holmes (American ice hockey player)
• Nikola Huppertz (German writer)
• Nikola I. Petrovic Njegos (King of Montenegro)
• Nikola Janovic (water polo player from Montenegro)
• Nikola Jokic (NBA player)