Nicanor Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nicanor Name at a Glance

Name	Nicanor
Meaning	'The Tragedy of Coriolanus.' A Roman.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Nicanor Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nicanor means “'The Tragedy of Coriolanus.' A Roman”. 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.

Nicanor Name Origin

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

Is Nicanor a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Nicanor

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