Nikolai Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nikolai Name at a Glance

Name	Nikolai
Meaning	Victorious; conquerer of the people. Variant of Nicholas.
Origin	Polish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Nikolai Mean?

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

Nikolai Name Origin

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

Is Nikolai a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Nikolai

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