NAME PROFILE
Nikolai
Nikolai is a strong and noble name of Greek origin, meaning 'victory of the people.' It carries an air of confidence and leadership, suggesting a person who inspires others and stands firm in their beliefs.
Key Stats
| Total births | 11,027 |
| Gender | Male (80% / 20%) |
| Peak year | 2016 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1975 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 28%NY — 21%TX — 18%FL — 17%WA — 16%
Notable People
Nikolai Gogol (Writer, *Dead Souls*) · Nikolai Tesla (Inventor, electrical engineer) · Nikolai Vavilov (Botanist, geneticist) · Nikolai Khabibulin (Professional hockey player) · Nikolai Burashev (Artist, known for contemporary works)
Nicknames & Diminutives
KolyaNika
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