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Name Origin

Nicolas is a masculine given name of Greek origin, derived from the name Nikolaos. It means 'victory of the people' or 'people's triumph'.

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Famous People

Nicolas Cage (1964-)

Actor

  • Academy Award for Best Actor (Leaving Las Vegas)
  • Known for roles in films like Face/Off, Con Air, and Raising Arizona

Nicolas Winding Refn (1970-)

Film director

  • Directed acclaimed films like Drive, Only God Forgives, and The Neon Demon