Nicolas Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nicolas Name at a Glance

Name	Nicolas
Meaning	Victorious; conquerer of the people. Variant of Nicholas.
Origin	French
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Nicolas Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nicolas means “Victorious; conquerer of the people. Variant 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.

Nicolas Name Origin

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

Is Nicolas a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Nicolas

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