The name Nikalas is of Greek origin and it means "victory of the people". It is a variant spelling of the more common name Nicolas or Nikolaos, which also means "victory of the people". The name has a long history dating back to ancient Greece, where it was given to boys in honor of the goddess Nike, who represented victory. Over time, the name spread throughout Europe and became popular in many different countries. Today, Nikalas is still used as a boy's name in various cultures around the world. It is considered a strong and powerful name that conveys a sense of triumph and success.
The name Nikalas has seen a varied trend in popularity over the years in the United States, with some peaks and valleys in its usage. The data shows that between 1989 and 2010, there were a total of 98 babies named Nikalas born in the U.S.
The highest number of births recorded for this name was in 1998, with 10 occurrences. This was followed by years with nine births each: 1995, 1997, 2005, and 2006. There were several years where the name Nikalas was given to six babies: 1993, 1999, 2000, and 2002.
Interestingly, there were also years with only five births for this name: 1989, 1990, 1994, 2008, and 2010. This suggests that while Nikalas has had its moments of popularity, it has never been among the most common names chosen by parents in the U.S.
Overall, these statistics indicate a relatively consistent but not overwhelming presence of the name Nikalas over two decades in the United States. Each year, between five and ten babies were named Nikalas, demonstrating that while it is not a ubiquitous name, it has nonetheless been chosen with some frequency by parents during this period.