Nicolasa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nicolasa is a feminine Spanish name derived from the Greek Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'. It has evolved through various historical forms, maintaining its roots in the cultures that embraced it. The name is characterized by its traditional elegance and strength, with no notable biblical relevance. Nicolasa gained popularity in the 20th century, and today is viewed positively, associated with notable figures in literature and arts.
The name Nicolasa is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nicolasa has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nicolasa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1779th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2160th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4964th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5836th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8391st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17951st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nicolasa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nicolasa"
Pronunciation
/nɪˈkoʊləsə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Nicolasa is a feminine form of the name Nicolás, which is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'.
Meaning
victory of the people
Language Evolution
Nikolaos (Ancient Greek), Nicholas (Latin), Nicolás (Spanish), Nicolasa (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Nicolasa has been used in Spanish-speaking countries and communities, gaining popularity particularly in the 20th century as variations of the name Nicolás became more common.
Variants & Derivatives
Nicolás, Nico, Niki
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nicolasa is perceived as a traditional and elegant name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Nicolasa de León, a notable figure in early 20th-century literature, Nicolasa Vázquez, a contemporary artist known for her contributions to modern art
📊 Nicolasa Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Nicolasa Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 43 peak births in 1920
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nicolasa"
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 "Nicolasa"
"Nicolasa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1779th of 9107 | 386 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2160th of 9204 | 283 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4964th of 12526 | 118 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5836th of 19264 | 135 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8391st of 27321 | 129 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17951st of 35406 | 52 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Nicolasa" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Nicolasa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
34.83% 824th/2366 |
87.39% 998th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
39.82% 937th/2353 |
94.96% 1469th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
57.48% 1640th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
78.14% 2749th/3518 |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
74.72% 3881st/5194 |
80.86% 5108th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nicolasa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nicolasa" 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.