Nicola

NIK-oh-la, nee-KOH-la
Italian
"people of victory"

Nicola Origin and Meaning

The name Nicola is a boy's name meaning "people of victory".

Nicola may be more familiar as a female name in English-speaking countries, but it's a popular classic choice for Italian baby boys – currently just outside the Top 50 there. A historic bearer is Nicola Pisano, a renowned and influential thirteenth century sculptor.

Spelled with a K, it's also used in many Slavic countries, as in Nikola Tesla, the eminent Serbian-American inventor.

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Famous People Named Nicola

  • Nicola Pecorini
    Italian cinematographer
  • Nicola Formichetti
    Japanese,Italian fashion designer
  • Nikola Tesla
    Serbian,American inventor
  • Nicola Foti
    Youtube personality
  • Nicola Giovanni Civetta (b. 2008)
    son of Asia Argento

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