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Nicolae

OriginRomanian, from Greek
Meaning"people of victory"
US RankUnranked

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About Nicolae

A rarely-heard form of Nicholas used in Romania, with a similar stylish vowel ending to Nikolai and Nikolaj. Outside of Romania, the name may be associated with the dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu, but it's a common name in its native country with many other namesakes. These include the painter Nicolae Grigorescu, one of Romania's most significant artists, and six Romanian prime ministers.

Pronounced nee-koh-LY.

As of October 2026, Nicolae ranked #10565 for boys in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #5183 for boys in 2010.

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