Nilsen Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nilsen Name at a Glance

Name	Nilsen
Meaning	Victorious; conquerer of the people. Variant of Nicholas.
Origin	Scandinavian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Nilsen Mean?

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

Nilsen Name Origin

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

Is Nilsen a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Nilsen

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