Nicklas Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nicklas is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'. It has evolved through various forms over centuries, reflecting its rich historical and cultural significance. The name is closely linked to Saint Nicholas, which contributed to its popularity in medieval times. Currently, Nicklas is viewed as a modern name that conveys friendliness and approachability.
The name Nicklas is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nicklas has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Nicklas' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5374th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4360th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2266th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1665th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1803rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5900th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Nicklas' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nicklas"
Pronunciation
/ˈnɪk.ləs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Nicklas is a variant of Nicholas, which derives from the Greek name Nikolaos, composed of the elements 'nike' meaning victory and 'laos' meaning people.
Meaning
victory of the people
Language Evolution
Nikolaos, Nicholas, Nick, Nicklas
Historical Usage
The name Nicholas became popular in the Christian world due to the veneration of Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity, leading to its widespread use in medieval Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Nick, Nicolas, Niklas, Niko
Modern Popularity & Image
Nicklas is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with friendly and approachable individuals.
Famous People
Nicklas Bendtner, Nicklas Lidström, Nicklas Backstrom
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nicklas"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Nicklas"
"Nicklas" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5374th of 7545 | 24 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4360th of 7552 | 54 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2266th of 10718 | 282 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1665th of 16616 | 728 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1803rd of 24088 | 1,152 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5900th of 23106 | 178 |
Regional Popularity of "Nicklas" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.79% 1245th/3685 |
61.74% 2763rd/4475 |
50.17% 2606th/5194 |
33.69% 2128th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
22.00% 1008th/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
38.10% 2786th/7313 |
31.93% 2383rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
56.95% 2269th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Nicklas" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nicklas"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nicklas" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.