Usage, description and more for Nikolai
Gender: Male     
Origin: 
 Russia
Also available in 
Bulgarian, 
German, 
Estonian, 
Finnish, 
Norwegian Bokmål, 
Russian, 
Nikolai is used in
 Bulgaria
Bulgaria  Denmark
Denmark  Switzerland
Switzerland  Germany
Germany  Canada
Canada  United States
United States  Estonia
Estonia  Finland
Finland  Norway
Norway  Belarus
Belarus 
Countries where Nikolai has name day
Nikolai has a name day in 
 Bulgaria
Bulgaria and Nikolai's next name day is December 6.
Nikolai has a name day in 
 Estonia
Estonia and Nikolai's next name day is December 6.
Nikolai has a name day in 
 Finland
Finland and Nikolai's next name day is December 6.
Nikolai has a name day in 
 Norway
Norway and Nikolai's next name day is December 6.
Nikolai
Nikolai is a name of Russian origin that is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos. The name is composed of two elements: "nike," meaning "victory," and "laos," meaning "people." Therefore, Nikolai can be interpreted to mean "victory of the people" or "people's victory."
In various Slavic countries, Nikolai is a popular name with a strong historical and cultural significance. It is a variant of the more common name Nicholas, which is widely used in Western countries. Nikolai is often associated with qualities such as strength, leadership, and success.
The name Nikolai has a timeless appeal and is often chosen for boys due to its classic sound and noble connotations. It has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout history, adding to its prestige and charm.
If you are considering the name Nikolai for your child, you are selecting a name with a rich heritage and a powerful meaning that symbolizes triumph and unity among people.
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