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Nicholas
- Used in: 3 countries
Origin: Ancient Greek
From Middle English Nicholas, from Old French Nicholas, from Latin Nīcolāus, from Ancient Greek Νικόλαος (Nikólaos), from νίκη (níkē, “victory”) + λαός (laós, “people”).
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Popularity by Country
Nicholas
Rank #1205
Frequency
26,628 people (9.87 per 100k)
Ethnic Distribution
White 76.56% Hispanic 2.7% Black 16.1% Asian/PI 1.12% Native Am. 1.39% Two+ 2.14%
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