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Name Origin

Nicholas is a masculine given name of Greek origin, derived from the Greek words 'νικη' (nike) meaning 'victory' and 'λαος' (laos) meaning 'people'. Therefore, its traditional meaning is 'victory of the people'.

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Famous People

Nicholas Sparks (1965-)

Novelist

  • Bestselling author of romance novels such as The Notebook, A Walk to Remember, and Message in a Bottle
  • Many of his novels have been adapted into successful films

Nicholas Tse (1980-)

Actor, Singer, Martial Artist

  • Popular Hong Kong actor and singer
  • Known for roles in films such as The Promise, Shaolin Soccer, and New Police Story

Nicholas Copernicus (1473-1543)

Astronomer, Mathematician

  • Developed the heliocentric model of the solar system

Nicholas Hoult (1989-)

Actor

  • Known for roles in About a Boy, X-Men series, The Favourite