Niklaus

The first name Niklaus is a masculine variant of Nikolaus and is mainly used in Switzerland. Its meaning is 'victory of the people'. The name has its origin in the ancient Greek Nikolaos, formed from the words nike for 'victory' and laos for 'people'.

What does the name Niklaus mean?

Niklaus is a masculine short form of Nikolaus meaning 'victory of the people'. The name originates from the ancient Greek Nikolaos, which is composed of the elements nike ('victory') and laos ('people'). Other German short forms of Nikolaus include Niklas, Nico, Niko, Nike, Klaas, and Klaus.

Where does the name Niklaus come from?

The name Niklaus has ancient Greek roots and means 'victory of the people'. It is common in the German and Swiss languages.

How do you pronounce Niklaus?

The name Niklaus is two syllables and clearly structured. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Nik-laus' [ˈnɪklaʊ̯s], with the first part sounding short and bright, and the second syllable containing the open diphthong 'au'. The hissing 's' at the end provides a distinct accent. Niklaus conveys a sense of tradition and presence, appearing down-to-earth and independent.

When is the name day of Niklaus?

The name day for Niklaus is celebrated on December 6th in honor of Saint Nicholas of Myra (Saint Nicholas Day).

Popularity

In Germany, Niklaus was primarily found in the lower range of the top 100 during its early years, up to the boundary of the top 250. From the late 1920s to the 1960s, Niklaus remained relatively stable and was known for a long time, though not among the most common first names. Particularly in the mid-20th century, the name reached its best placements, peaking at rank 67 in 1947.

Nicknames & pet names

Klas / Klaus / Nic / Nick / Nicki / Nicky / Niggi / Nik / Niki / Niklas / Niko / Niky

Similar first names

Famous people

• Franz Niklaus Konig (Swiss artist)
• Joseph Niklaus Bütler (painter from Switzerland)
• Niklaus Aeschbacher (composer from Switzerland)
• Niklaus Blauner (physicist from Switzerland)
• Niklaus Bluntschli (painter from Switzerland)
• Niklaus Bütler (Swiss painter)
• Niklaus Geisler (German sculptor)
• Niklaus Gerber (Swiss chemist)
• Niklaus Helbling (Swiss theater director)
• Niklaus Manuel (Swiss artist)
• Niklaus Meienberg (Swiss writer)
• Niklaus Mikaelson (famous character from 'The Vampire Diaries')
• Niklaus Rüttimann (Swiss cyclist)
• Niklaus Scheibli (Swiss actor)
• Niklaus Schilling (Swiss writer)
• Niklaus Schmid (writer from Germany)
• Niklaus Schurtenberger (Swiss rider)
• Niklaus Sprüngli (Swiss architect)
• Niklaus Starck (writer from Switzerland)
• Niklaus Stoecklin (Swiss painter)