Nikolaus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nikolaus Name at a Glance

Name	Nikolaus
Meaning	Victorious; conquerer of the people. Variant of Nicholas.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Nikolaus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nikolaus 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.

Nikolaus Name Origin

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

Is Nikolaus a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Nikolaus

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