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The baby name Nicolás is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced Spanish: /ni.koˈlas/ (nee-koh-LAHS); English approximation: /ˈnɪkələs/ (NICK-ə-ləs).

Nicolás is Greek, Spanish in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 3.0
Origin: Greek, Spanish
Pronunciation: Spanish: /ni.koˈlas/ (nee-koh-LAHS); English approximation: /ˈnɪkələs/ (NICK-ə-ləs)

What is the meaning of the name Nicolás ?

The baby name Nicolás is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced Spanish: /ni.koˈlas/ (nee-koh-LAHS); English approximation: /ˈnɪkələs/ (NICK-ə-ləs).

Nicolás is Greek, Spanish in Origin.

Nicolás is the Spanish form of the Greek name Nikolaos, built from nikē “victory” and laos “people,” yielding the sense “victory of the people” or “people’s champion.” The accent marks the stressed final syllable in Spanish orthography and distinguishes it from the unaccented French/English spelling Nicolas.

It gained currency across the Iberian world through the cult of Saint Nicholas of Myra (venerated in Bari), patron of sailors, merchants, and children, and traveled to the Americas with Spanish colonization. Consistently familiar in Spain, Argentina, Chile, and beyond, it has enjoyed a modern upswing, helped by the friendly short form Nico. Other Spanish nicknames include the traditional Colás. Related variants include Nicholas (English), Nicolas (French/English), Nikolaos (Greek), Nikolaus and Klaus/Claus (German), Nikolas (var.), Niccolò and Nicola (Italian), Nicolau (Catalan/Portuguese), Nicolae (Romanian), Nikolai (Russian/Scandinavian), Mykola (Ukrainian), and Niklas (Scandinavian); feminine counterparts are Nicole and Nicolasa.

Nicolás has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Nicolás

Nicolas Sarkozy Politician · Born 1955 · France Nicolas Sarkozy is a French politician best known for serving as the President of France from 2007 to 2012. During his presidency, he focused on economic reforms and played a significant role in the European financial crisis response. Before his presidency, he held various ministerial positions, including Minister of the Interior and Minister of Finance. Nicolás Maduro Politician · Born 1962 · Venezuela Nicolás Maduro is a Venezuelan politician best known for serving as the President of Venezuela since 2013. He previously held the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs and was Vice President under Hugo Chávez. His presidency has been marked by economic challenges and political controversies. Nicolas Chamfort Politician · Born 1740 · France Nicolas Chamfort was a French writer and wit, best known for his sharp aphorisms and maxims. He played a significant role in the literary salons of 18th-century France and contributed to the Encyclopédie, a monumental work of the Enlightenment. Chamfort's observations on society and human nature remain influential.
Nicolas Jaar Musician · Born 1990 · United States Nicolas Jaar is a musician known for his innovative electronic music. He gained fame with his debut album 'Space Is Only Noise' and is also recognized for tracks like 'Mi Mujer' and 'El Bandido.' Born in 1990, he has made a significant impact on the electronic music scene in the United States. Nicolas Cazalé Actor · Born 1977 · France Nicolas Cazalé is a French actor best known for his role in the film 'The Grocer's Son'. He has also appeared in 'Le Grand Voyage' and 'The Clan'. Born in 1977, Cazalé has made a mark in French cinema with his compelling performances. Nicolas Duvauchelle Actor · Born 1980 · France Nicolas Duvauchelle is a French actor best known for his roles in films like 'The Girl on the Train' and 'Polisse'. Born in 1980, he has become a prominent figure in French cinema, often portraying complex characters with depth and intensity.

Celebrity babies named Nicolás

Name Last Name(s) Mother Mother famous for Fame Level Father Father famous for Fame Level
Nicolás Lugano Diego Lugano association footballer

Nicolás – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Boys 2025 #1 836
DJ 0 #17 1 322
UY 0 #50 166 2,477
LU 0 #65 2 2,830
CL Boys 0 #70 8,096 13,390
UY Boys 0 #72 2,208 5,922
CL 0 #82 839 6,867
AR 0 #91 99 2,915
TW 0 #103 1 4,523
AR Boys 0 #114 1,515 7,628
EC 0 #117 5 2,502
EE Boys 0 #125 1 2,087
PA 0 #136 3 3,797
CO Boys 0 #140 6,015 15,656
CR 0 #164 2 5,526
PR Boys 0 #171 8 2,508
HU Boys 0 #174 1 3,954
Sweden Boys 2022 #178 5 1,509
MT Boys 0 #179 1 4,064
CO 0 #191 465 7,768
EC Boys 0 #196 44 3,322
DK 0 #206 1 5,198
SI Boys 0 #211 1 3,402
BG Boys 0 #220 1 3,850
LU Boys 0 #220 1 4,970
Spain Boys 0 #233 1,945 5,610
AO Boys 0 #249 1 5,568
TW Boys 0 #253 4 7,111
EC Girls 0 #258 1 3,650
PE 0 #274 37 6,350
GT 0 #287 28 5,948
JP Boys 0 #302 2 7,909
DK Boys 0 #328 5 7,401
BO 0 #332 50 6,868
Spain 0 #334 119 2,326
PL Boys 0 #340 1 6,459
BO Boys 0 #348 303 9,244
BR 0 #360 1 5,969
GT Boys 0 #362 113 7,625
PA Boys 0 #364 119 9,305
MX Boys 0 #366 1,205 16,355
MU Boys 0 #368 2 8,477
PE Boys 0 #374 954 14,506
PT Boys 0 #379 3 7,951
MX 0 #389 25 8,339
CR Boys 0 #415 73 10,188
PA Girls 0 #517 2 9,861
RU Boys 0 #522 5 12,621
UY Girls 0 #532 5 6,731
GT Girls 0 #538 4 7,500
HK Boys 0 #557 1 12,905
PS Boys 0 #559 3 10,655
CR Girls 0 #573 1 11,342
AR Girls 0 #589 11 8,289
IL Boys 0 #624 2 10,983
BO Girls 0 #649 3 9,488
Finland Boys 2026 #657 26 3,552
LB 0 #690 1 13,263
IT 0 #703 12 4,183
BR Boys 0 #738 14 12,213
SG Boys 0 #739 1 17,960
CL Girls 0 #822 30 14,098
OM Boys 0 #916 3 17,948
Germany Boys 0 #935 18 5,697
NL Boys 0 #939 13 5,873
Spain Girls 0 #968 16 5,561
BR Girls 0 #992 1 12,708
NG Boys 0 #1,001 1 16,906
PE Girls 0 #1,005 6 14,861
CO Girls 0 #1,043 36 16,140
AE Boys 0 #1,139 5 22,615
MX Girls 0 #1,164 20 17,781
MY Boys 0 #1,182 1 25,439
IT Boys 0 #1,410 62 10,046
SA Boys 0 #1,688 4 28,008

Nicolás is popular in 44 countries — most recent births per country:

Sweden
Ireland
AE
AO
AR

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People also ask about Nicolás

Nicolás is predominantly a boy's name.
Nicolás is a 3 syllable name, pronounced Spanish: /ni.koˈlas/ (nee-koh-LAHS); English approximation: /ˈnɪkələs/ (NICK-ə-ləs).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Nico, Niko, Nick, Nik, Nicol and Niccolò.
Across languages, Nicolás has these equivalents: Greek: Nikolaos (Νικόλαος), Russian: Nikolai (Николай).
Yes, very popular — Nicolás ranked #1 in Ireland in 2025, and appears in official birth registries across 3 countries.
Nicolás ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2025).
Nicolás's popularity is rising. It moved from #186 in 2012 to #178 in 2022 in Sweden.
Yes — 9 notable people named Nicolás are in our database, including Nicolas Sarkozy (Politician), Nicolás Maduro (Politician), Nicolas Chamfort (Politician).
Yes — at least 1 celebrity couple has chosen Nicolás for their child, including Diego Lugano.