Nikos Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nikos Name at a Glance

Name	Nikos
Meaning	Abbreviation of Nicholas. Mythological Nike was Greek goddess of victory and root origin of 'Nicholas.'.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Nikos Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nikos means “Abbreviation of Nicholas. Mythological Nike was Greek goddess of victory and root origin of 'Nicholas”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Nikos Name Origin

Our database records Nikos under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Nikos a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Nikos is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Nikos

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