NAME PROFILE
Niklaus
Niklaus is a Germanic name derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people.' It carries a sense of strength and resilience, embodying leadership qualities and a spirit of community.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,430 |
| Gender | Male (56% / 44%) |
| Peak year | 2021 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 2013 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 24%TX — 20%NY — 20%FL — 20%PA — 16%
Notable People
Niklaus Wirth (Computer Scientist, Creator of Pascal programming language) · Niklaus Staus (Swiss Artist) · Niklaus Kiefer (Swiss Footballer) · Niklaus Meier (Swiss Chess Player) · Niklaus von Flüe (Swiss Mystic and Hermit)
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