Nike Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nike Name at a Glance

Name	Nike
Meaning	In Greek mythology Nike was the goddess of victory.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Nike Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nike means “In Greek mythology Nike was the goddess of victory”. 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.

Nike Name Origin

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

Is Nike a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Nike

When considering Nike for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.