Niklaus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Niklaus is a German name derived from the Greek Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'. Its evolution includes forms like Nikolaos and Nicholas. The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages due to Saint Nicholas. Modern perceptions link it to tradition and winter celebrations.
The name Niklaus is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Niklaus has been falling 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, 'Niklaus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8221st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5794th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6646th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1175th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Niklaus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Niklaus"
Pronunciation
/ˈniːklaʊs/
Origin
German
Etymology
Niklaus is a variant of the name Nicholas, which is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'.
Meaning
victory of the people
Language Evolution
Nikolaos (Greek), Nicholas (Latin), Niklaus (German)
Historical Usage
Niklaus gained popularity in German-speaking regions, particularly during the Middle Ages due to the veneration of Saint Nicholas.
Variants & Derivatives
Nicholas, Nikolaus, Nick, Nico
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Niklaus is perceived as a traditional name with a strong cultural heritage, and it is often associated with winter festivities due to its connection to Saint Nicholas.
Famous People
Niklaus Wirth, Swiss computer scientist, Niklaus Staus, Swiss architect
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Niklaus"
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 "Niklaus"
"Niklaus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8221st of 10718 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5794th of 16616 | 112 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6646th of 24088 | 171 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1175th of 23106 | 2,000 |
Regional Popularity of "Niklaus" 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) |
27.66% 1102nd/3984 |
27.37% 1228th/4487 |
17.38% 1186th/6822 |
20.70% 1299th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Niklaus" 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 "Niklaus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Niklaus" 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.