Nick: Meaning, Popularity, Origin of Baby Name Nick | Boys
Origin of the name Nicholas:
From the Latin Nicolaus, a derivative of the Greek Nikolaos (victory of the people), a compound name composed of the elements nikē (victory) and laos (the people). The name was borne by St. Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop of Myra who is regarded as the patron saint of Russia and Greece, and of children, sailors, and wolves.
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Nick means "Scared Warrior"
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Nick Drake, was an English singer-songwriter and musician, known for his gentle guitar-based songs. He failed to find a wide audience during his lifetime but his work has gradually achieved wider notice and recognition.
Nick Jonas, member of pop-rock band the Jonas Brothers.
Nick Hornby, English novelist, essayist and screenwriter.
Nick Nolte, American actor.
Nick Saban, the head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide college football team.
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Nick Charles in "The Thin Man" series.
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Global Popularity of the Name Nick
- #35 in Germany
- #888 in United States
