Nicholas

NIK-uh-luhs'NIK-uh-lus'3 syllables
🇬🇷Greek
Generous

MEANING

Victory of the people

ORIGIN

Ancient Greece

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, composed of 'nikē' (victory) and 'laos' (people).

CULTURAL NOTES

Saint Nicholas is a prominent figure in Christian tradition, known for his generous gifts to the poor.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Nicholas has been a popular name in various cultures due to its association with Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop of Myra.

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